Let’s get showbiz for now. I got a copy of Celebrity Mom’s October 2014 issue and the cover celebrity was the (P&P) petite and pretty Jodi Sta. Maria. I’ve been her fan since I was a teener. I first noticed her on “Tabing Ilog” and found her as very apt to her character back then. She was the best friend of everyone and with her seemingly natural sad eyes, I always empathized with her character whenever she cried.
Reading about her made me love her more. I was actually wondering why she became a single mom. I thought she doesn’t deserve being alone and that she needs a man who will love her and be proud of her. But then again, as I finished reading the article, I realized, this girl can fully stand on her own, and it was the man’s loss that he separated from a girl who was as wonderful as Jodi.
Grounded
One thing I learned from her feature is that Jodi is very grounded. Despite her fame, she still prefers to be at home with her son instead of going to celebrity functions and it breaks her heart to be away from home. She also mentions about always telling her son that “not all that glitters is gold”. This way, she raises her son to be just like her, grounded.
In this world when almost everyone seeks public acceptance, it’s difficult to keep your words about being not so fond of the limelight. But I think Jodi is one good example when it comes to this. I don’t say that I am always able to follow the hottest celebrity news but I haven’t seen her face often on the glitzy glamor events pages. I imagine her perfectly as being at home or somewhere outdoors playing under the sun with her kid.
Godly
I found out that Jodi is a very Godly person. With the way she answers the questions, she always include positive words such as “love, value, and God”. I wonder what her religion is. As a single parent, I am certain that she gets her strength and confidence from her faith and the love of people around her. And I am glad that she has that kind of support.
Motherhood
Jodi is my best example when it comes to motherhood because she teaches her child through examples. She is currently an Ambassador of the World Health Organization helping people in remote areas, being with them and educating them. I wonder if I can do that myself if I am in her position. I think organizing events for my co-bloggers which is the farthest I’ve done so far (if you can consider that as a social act) can’t be compared to what Jodi has been able to do for the community.
Lessons Learned
With all the qualities of Jodi that I mentioned, Jodi seemed to be a perfect woman and mother. But of course, nobody is perfect in this world. But what’s different in her for me is that she knows her purpose and what she needs to focus on in her life. In my case, I am a mom who works at home full time and manages a family full time too. But I’m also a wife, a blogger, a friend, and involved with so many more things that I do enjoy. How can I be hands-on with all these?
Simple. Accept them as they come. This is what Jodi did when she was going through her separation with her ex-husband Pampi Lacson. She said that “being a parent didn’t stop even when her world was crumbling down”. In my case, the world seems to crumble down when all these responsibilities loom in, when you experience several challenges all at once, when not all my expectations happen. All these happen in reality and what we can really do is to stay strong for these challenges and be able to handle pressure with grace ( just like what has been mentioned in the article about traits of a classy woman according to Jodi).
So, are you a fan of Jodi now?
Grab a copy of Celebrity Mom October 2014 issue to read the full article about Jodi and more mommy stuffs you’ll surely love to read about.
I admire Jodi for her grace and self-control. I have never ever heard her say anything against anyone to the media and kept her private affairs private. Many stars can learn from her example.
Totally agree May!
I have never heard of her before. She sounds lovely.
I do not really follow celebrities,, but I know her because of her famous tv series. I agree with you, she is doing a good job of being a single mom. I admire her for choosing to spend time with her son at home, instead of going out to functions.
Yes! I remember her from Tabing Ilog days. 🙂 I’ve always liked her and she seems like a good role model.
I have not heard of her, but she seems to be a nice girl and a good mom.
I am not familiar with Jodi (or Celebrity Mom magazine). It’s nice when you read these type of stories and see that celebrities are just like every one else – dealing with the same kind of problems as every one else.
She sounds like a very humble women.. Glad she is keeping her home roots around
I actually don’t know who she is, but she sounds very nice. It’s always nice to hear of a celebrity who isn’t full of themselves.
This is the first I’ve heard of her, but she sounds like a great role model and well-adjusted person who loves being a Mom…all great character traits! 🙂
Sounds like Jodi got it figured out.
I started liking Jodi as an actress when she played the role of Maya in Be Careful With My Heart. I didn’t know that she’s such a beautiful woman inside and out! I’m starting to love her after reading your post.
I like Jodi too 🙂 I have to admire her as well when she was going through her annulment with Pampi Lacson. Instead of going all out on media, telling stories and dishing out details, she remained quiet and never disclosed the real reason behind the failed marriage. And it looks like she didn’t badmouth him on their son too 🙂
she’s lovely and seems to have a good head on her shoulder. I hope more stars and youth will emulate her
I sometimes get to watch Be Careful with My Heart and I really like how she played her part there. I was actually surprised when I learned that she was separated from her husband because I seem to have this happily ever after notion for her. Like you said though, she’s a strong woman and it’s the guy’s loss for letting go of a woman like her.
It’s so great to hear about celebrity moms that have a real approach to life – it’s not all about champagne and caviar. Also, Celebrity Mom looks like a great magazine. Time to take a fresh look at the grocery store magazine rack!
I can’t say that I’ve ever picked up a copy of the magazine. But it’s definitely nice to see the real side of a celebrity mom.
i am now a fan for sure. very cool. didn’t know some of that about her.
It’s amazing that she can do all these things despite being a single mom. 🙂
Same here mommy Lani I love Jodi, and I agree she is very down to earth I met her twice she is always smiling
I am a fan. And a new fan at that, thank you for the introduction.
is it bad that I have no idea who she is? She seems very down to earth, which I love.
I followed Be Careful with my heart, religiously! Even when I was in Australia, I would watch it online! hahaha.. I don’t know her personally, but, yeah, she looks nice and kind.:)
I was a fan of her too at Tabing Ilog. Since I no longer follow the world of Philippines Showbiz, I no longer know much things about it. It is nice to know she still remains grounded after all these years. She is natural gorgeous, too.
I totally respect how important it is for her to be a mom first. I love hearing that!
I’ve never heard of this magazine! I will have to look for it!
I love Jodi too. In fact, I’m her #1 fan during Tabi Ilog Days with Baron Geisler. ^_^
Whats admirable with Jodi, she discretely handle her personal life out of showbiz just for the sake of publicity. She knows where to put things in place. Looking at her now, she really blooms even without Pampi and it really shows that she is so blessed ♥
I love Jodi Sta. Maria too. I think she’s one of those “real” people in showbiz