‘I am truly blessed’: Jodi Sta. Maria grateful for family

Jodi Sta. Maria has nothing but kind words to say about her side of the family as she introduced them to the world for the first time last Tuesday.

Through her Instagram page, the ‘Sino ang May Sala? (Mea Culpa)’ actress uploaded a rare snapshot of her kin during their vacation in Thailand in time for the Holy Week. Joining the group photo were her mother Ditas, stepfather Boyet, and brother Carlo with his wife Lally, along with two close friends of Jodi.

Noticeably missing, however, was her son Thirdy with former husband Pampi Lacson.

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Most of my posts have always been about travel, work and school. But today, I want to do an appreciation post for the most important people in my life: my family. May I introduce my mom Ditas, my step dad Boyet, my brother Carlo, his wife Lally, my sister from another mother Sizzey Patring and her sister Naomi. (Not in the picture - my one and only baby boy, Thirdy) I am truly blessed to have a family which I have. You have never stopped loving me even when I can get difficult, you never ceased to guide me even when you know sometimes (o sige na nga most of the time) I want to have it my way, and you continuously support me & cheer me on with every endeavor. I just want to say THANK YOU for doing what you do even if it means it will cause you discomfort. And I’m SORRY if i have not been appreciative enough for all your efforts. I love you all so much. Life is best when I have you guys around. Alam ko na mahal ako ng Panginoon kasi kayo ang ibinigay nya sa akin. ❤️

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In a heartwarming caption, the 36-year-old star expressed her utmost gratitude to her family for always giving her their unconditional love and support.

“Most of my posts have always been about travel, work and school. But today, I want to do an appreciation post for the most important people in my life: my family,” she wrote.

“I am truly blessed to have a family which I have. You have never stopped loving me even when I can get difficult, you never ceased to guide me even when you know sometimes (o sige na nga most of the time) I want to have it my way, and you continuously support me & cheer me on with every endeavor. I just want to say THANK YOU for doing what you do even if it means it will cause you discomfort. And I’m SORRY if I have not been appreciative enough for all your efforts. I love you all so much. Life is best when I have you guys around,” she added.

Meanwhile, Jodi had earlier posted a picture of her at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, a wildlife refuge and popular tourist site in the city of Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine to get this close to a gentle giant. Isn't it amazing when your Father owns every beast in the land, He is very much willing to share his creation with you because He delights in doing good to you? I am so blessed You took me in to your family. Thank You, Jesus because all who believe in your name were given the right to become children of God. Happy Resurrection Day everyone! Christ is Risen! ❤️🌈

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