I wouldn't expect him to offer the lad the keys to the church, or even the kingdom, but a pat on the head, a "well done, keep up the good work, glad to see you're getting straightened out" would not have gone amiss, would it?

To err: human
To forgive: divine

He erred in not congratulating your son.

Bifocals! On you they will be trendy.....

I'd gladly wear bifocals if my butt would shrink....