I usually try to avoid stalking celebrities’ children, but if you follow this blog, you know I have an affinity for Prince George. He is a cutie pie and he shares a name as the beloved county that I reside in down in suburban Maryland, outside of Washington, DC.

He turns 3-years old today. In honor of the occasion, Kensington Palace released a series of portraits of the eldest child of Prince William and Duchess Catherine.

“Can’t believe it’s been three years already!” Kensington Palace tweeted. The Palace also released a statement on behalf of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. “The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to share four new photographs of Prince George to mark his third birthday. They were taken by photographer Matt Porteous at their home in Norfolk in mid-July. The Duke and Duchess hope that people will enjoy seeing these new photographs. They would like to thank everyone for all the lovely messages they have received as Prince George celebrates his third birthday.”

All three photos were taken at his family’s country home called Amner Hall. One features the tiny prince on a swing that was a gift to the royal family. It bears his mom and dad’s name on it. Another photo shows him feeding what looks like is an ice cream cone to the family dog and a final one has him in a  different conservative outfit, a striped sweater, tan shorts and navy blue sneakers.

Happy Birthday, ole chap!