By the Grace of God, His Imperial Majesty Dale, was elected Emperor of the Gay & Lesbian Kingdom on the 14 of June 2004 at the age of 39, when the former overseas Australian Territory of the Coral Sea Islands declared its independence from Australia.The Emperor's motto is: "Aut viam inveniam aut faciam (Either I will find a way or make one)".This Portrait of His Majesty was painted in 2006 by a Gold Coast artist and was gifted to the Kingdom by members of the Gay Community of Queensland.Dale Parker Anderson was born in Australia on August the 25th 1965, Dale is the eldest of identical twins and is the 19 x great grandson of King Edward II of England (the gay King) and Queen Isabella of France via their son King Edward III. The Emperors Imperial Standard carries the royal arms of England and France.Dale's early years were spent growing up in outback Australia on his famlies remote cattle station. His Majesty has featured on gay and lesbian radio and been profiled in numerous newspapers, magazines and other print and electronic outlets.This Portrait of His Majesty was painted in 2004 by a Perth based artist and was gifted to the Kingdom by the Gay Community of Western Australia.Standing at a towering 6'4 (195cm) tall the Emperor is quiet and shy by nature. Dale lists his hobbies as wearing hats, gardening, music and travel.This 2007 Painting of the raising of the Gay Flag was gifted to the Government of the Gay and Lesbian Kingdom by the Gay Community of Hong Kong.A THOUGHT FOR TODAYGo placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let not this blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.Therefore, be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams; it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful.Strive to be happy.
