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Jodi Sta. Maria on son’s 19th birthday: ‘It is a privilege to watch you grow’

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

<p>Actress Jodi Sta. Maria recently shared a heartfelt birthday tribute to her son, Thirdy, who turned 19. </p><p>On her Instagram page, Jodi reflected on the special moments they’ve shared over the years.</p><p>“My ever dearest Muy, There are no words that can fully capture what I want to say to you and how much you mean to me. When the Lord blessed me with a baby boy, He knew that you were going to change my life in the most beautiful way,” Jodi wrote.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DD6LIlLy5X_/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A21497717.299999952%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>“It is a privilege to watch you grow which honestly excites me and scares me at the same time…alam mo naman pagdating sa iyo, overthinker si Mama :),” she added.</p><p>The actress then expressed her pride in the person Thirdy has become.</p><p>“Today, we celebrate you anak for the amazing person that you are. Madaming nagmamahal sa &#x27;yo and I am sure matutuwa at magugulat sa sobrang big boy ka na!” Jodi added.</p><p>She also shared her birthday wishes for Thirdy, saying. “I pray this year brings you closer to your dreams, may the Lord grant the desires of your heart, guide you and give you wisdom in every decision. May He also bless you with love and joy.”</p><p>Jodi ended her message with a loving note: “Happy Birthday our Tikmuy! I love you and WE love you very much. You will always have all of me. ♥️.” </p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DC08Ep8S_N-/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A21473800.600000024%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="876" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Along with the post, Jodi shared a video featuring their special bonding moments, from family trips to Jodi bringing Thirdy to work. </p><p>Celebrity friends also joined in celebrating Thirdy’s big day in the comment section.</p><p>“Happy Birthday, Thirdy! Big boy ka na nga! You are blessed and a blessing! God bless you even more! May you grow in your love and knowledge of Christ Jesus! 🙏🤗❤️⭐️,” actress Coney Reyes commented.</p><p>Bela Padilla also commended Jodi’s touching message, saying. “The sweetest ❤️.”</p><p>Actress Nikki Valdez greeted, “Happy Birthday, Kuya Muymuy!!! ❤️.”</p><p>Thirdy is Jodi’s son with her ex-husband Pampi Lacson.</p><p>In previous posts, Jodi has shared special moments with Thirdy, including his cooking skills. </p><p>“My not so little chef in charge of the kitchen 🤍 Thank you babe for the perfectly cooked steak! Yum Yum! 👍🏻,” Jodi wrote, sharing a special meal prepared by Thirdy himself.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C-XX2OUSk3U/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A21449050.299999952%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Jodi also celebrated how Thirdy changed her life in a past birthday greeting.</p><p>“The Lord has given me a miraculous gift — I prayed for you and over you since the day you were born. I have loved every moment with you and it is bittersweet to see time pass but also exciting to see you grow into a beautiful human being you were meant to be,” she said.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/12/24/22/jodi-sta-maria-pens-heartfelt-birthday-message-for-son" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u>READ: Jodi Sta. Maria pens heartfelt birthday message for son Thirdy</u></strong></a></div><p>In a previous vlog, Thirdy shared his admiration for his mother. </p><p>“Si Mommy, deserve niya ‘yung buong mundo,” Thirdy said. “Kasi lahat ng sacrifices ni Mommy para sa akin, hindi ko magagawa iyon para sa kaniya, e.”</p><p>“Si Mommy, nag-wo-work palagi. Ngayon ngang may COVID, kaysa mag-rest siya, nag-wo-work hard siya para sa amin, para may malagay sa table namin. ‘Yung mga mommy talaga, parang silang superheroes,” he added</p><p>Jodi then responded, “It’s very affirming what you said, anak, and validating. Iyong alam mo na may nagagawa kang tama para sa anak mo, para sa pamilya mo.”</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/01/05/21/agad-agad-now-na-how-jodi-reacted-to-son-thirdy-having-a-girlfriend" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong><u></u><u>READ: ‘Agad-agad? Now na?’ How Jodi reacted to son Thirdy having a girlfriend</u></strong><u> </u></a></div>

<p><i>Jodi Sta. Maria pens a heartfelt message to son, Thirdy, on his 19th birthday.</i></p>

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Jodi Sta. Maria on son’s 19th birthday: ‘It is a privilege to watch you grow’

Nikka Sabio

Published December 24, 2024 02:39 PM PHT

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