That is great story with your son! My oldest daughter has really taken to playing guitar is getting quite good for a 5 year old. We got her a mini Hello Kitty pink Strat and she's plugging away. It's great when your kids love the same things you do.
Your mod quest with the blue one is why I like Strat and Teles. You can really customized them to you and when they are configured to the point of bliss. You play them forever.