When Jon Cody was very young, about the age you see him in the photo below, we enrolled him in a spring break art workshop. He made this gorgeous painted canvas mat and I just love it. This mat has been in every house ~ over 16 since he painted it ~ and on the floor, used daily. Look at how beautifully it has held up. And how groovy is this design and the execution? We were amazed when he came home with it! Lesson learned. If your child balks at trying something new and a little out of his comfort zone...go with your gut. That's what parenting is all about. You know what's best. Don't ask. Tell. Just look what he has to show for it. A priceless treasure and a daily reminder of our little boy who rose to the challenge. And now he's matured into a fabulous young adult who just finished grad school at Northeastern and will walk with honors tomorrow!
It's all about the ART exposure. Yeah. It is. :) CONGRATULATIONS Jon Cody! We LOVE you!
Taking time to go to the park and feed the swans may have had a little something to do with it, too.
And here he is: Handsome Man of the Hour! I wish Dustin and Evan were in the photo. This is the best I can do. It was taken in Fall of 2006 when Kristoffer (aka Bear) came to Boston for a visit and we celebrated my birthday at Bamboo. OH YUM! Here's to all the graduates, young and old. Many wishes to you all for a bright and happy future. Remember, it's not about the job. It's not about the money. True happiness is only found in character. And Jon Cody has that in spades. You go, Bodis! oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox from Mom and the Fam
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Wow Joonie how wonderful. Can you be my Mom ? lol
This is a great tribute to your son. I am sure you
are super proud of him as you should be.
Congratulations, Jon Cody!!! Way to go!!! I hope all the wonderful things your mom taught you as well as all you've learned in your schooling will take you far in all you desire to do!
Good job, Momma MadiJoon!!!!
Joon, I love learning and seeing your family. Congrats Jon Cody.
lady joon awesome family! WOOHOO Jon Cody!!!
Well congratulations on your graduation Jon Cody ! I think your floorcloth is SUPER ! Bright and cheerful and wonderful! I hope your life will continue to be all those things too. Do what you love and life will be good.
Congratulations, Jon Cody and Mom, too!!
What a great family you have Joon :) And the floorcloth is awesome Jon Cody!!
You are all so kind. I'm glad my mom has such nice friends and is so sweet to her child! ;)Thank you!
I'm with Six . . . will you be my Mom, too? Congrats to Jon Cody!
Yay :) What an inspiring post!! I want to save this one and show it to my kids one day.... "See? you will thank me later! you can do it!"
Awesome :) Congrats to Jon Cody indeed!!
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