A conversation that took place in 2017 - republished from the original Queen’s Parade Initiative blog

“Fasten your seatbelts, it’s going to be a bumpy night".

SMS ‘Texter’: “Do you want to go on a date?”

SMS Madeline: “Yes”

Pause.

SMS Madeline: “Who are you?”

She’s the most loyal friend you’ll ever have.

It can be whatever you want it to be.

Call upon your inner warrior.

The Grandest Old Flag

There are some people who invigorate you, who turbocharge your sense of self, who make you just want to get out there and suck the marrow of life.

L'obscurité en lumière.

‘The fact that we even have a consciousness is an infinite miracle.’

Think about what it would be like to be told you have one more year to live and try and live your life like that.

Once you’ve met her you’ll never forget her.

There’s not too many people who can say their office boasts more than 180 degree views.

She’s not a fan of ‘keeping up with the Jones’ or into status and the like.

It is hard to believe this man is only 22. He has a sense of self beyond his years.

He can ride a vespa in a pair of chinos while simultaneously participating in a teleconference through the helmet’s bluetooth.

‘Meant to be’

It’s the sheer essence of friendship that’s truly beautiful.

‘Be the change.’

She frequently questions her myriad abilities. While she has this uncanny ability to read people like no other, what she can’t see is the cheer squad behind her, imploring her on, praising her talents.