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Queen Elizabeth’s Most Iconic Quotes On Family & Motherhood

Oftentimes profound but sometimes a little cheeky, the royal's words of wisdom will always be fascinating.

by Jen McGuire
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Like all the best families, we have our share of eccentricities, of impetuous and wayward youngsters, and of family disagreements.

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"These wretched babies don't come until they're ready. They don't come to order."

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We have seen that it's in hardship that we often find strength from our families.

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Stand up, William.

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It has been women who have breathed gentleness and care into the harsh progress of mankind.

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"Of course, family does not necessarily mean blood relatives but often a description of a community, organization or nation.

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Harry, Meghan and Archie will always be much loved members of my family.

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We will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again.

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Often a child’s helplessness and vulnerability bring out the best in us.”

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