Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank celebrated the second birthday of their younger son, Ernest, on May 30
The royal marked the milestone with a slideshow of candid family photos on Instagram, including sweet pics of “Ernie” playing with his big brother, 4-year-old August
Eugenie recently opened up about being a working mom as well as a royal, saying, “I think I’ve got a good balance”
Princess Eugenie has shared some sweet new candid family photos to mark the birthday of her youngest son.
The princess and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, celebrated the second birthday of their son Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank, nicknamed “Ernie,” on May 30. The couple also shares a 4-year-old son, August Philip Hawke Brooksbank.
The princess shared a slideshow of pictures on Instagram, taking care to keep her sons’ faces slightly obscured. The photos show young Ernie having fun on the ski slopes with his parents, showing off his personal style with upside-down sunglasses, and, of course, playing alongside his big brother.
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Princess Eugenie’s sons, Ernest and August
“Happy Birthday my darling Ernie,” Eugenie captioned the post. “2 today! And what an incredible two years it’s been. Always smiling, always laughing, always giving hugs and hello’s and making everyone happy. My golden boy, we love you!”
Princess Eugenie is the younger daughter of Prince Andrew and his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson. Behind her elder sister, Princess Beatrice, and Beatrice’s daughters, Eugenie is currently 12th in the line of succession, putting her sons at 13th and 14th.
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As a non-working royal, however, Eugenie’s personal life is far closer to “normal” than that of her cousin Prince William, who is heir to the throne. She still serves as a royal patron of some charities, including Horatio’s Garden, which benefits spinal patients. Eugenie has a special connection to the cause, as she had back surgery at age 12 to correct her scoliosis.
“My mum always taught me that giving back to others is the most important thing in life. Bea and I feel very strongly about this,” the princess told The Telegraph during a recent visit to the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. “My grandmother’s sense of duty was also instilled from a young age; we watched my parents, my granny [Queen Elizabeth] and other family members working very hard.”
She also works full-time at the art gallery Hauser & Wirth in addition to being a mom.
“I think I’ve got a good balance. I’ve got an amazing husband and team and projects I’m passionate about,” she added in the interview. “I’d feel uneasy if I wasn’t doing my charity work, looking after my family and doing my job. I love what I do.”
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