It's amazing how kids learn a lot of things in a short span of time. Their minds are like sponges, that's so true! Each one has their own phase of development and milestones. Some kids are advanced, some are more advanced. My 19-month old son Trev, whom I am still proudly breastfeeding, pretty much knows a lot of things already. Some he learned a few months ago, some he learned recently. He knows how to solve simple puzzles, he knows how to sort shapes, he knows parts of his body, he knows a few colors, he sings Twinkle Twinkle Little Star with these lyrics "Ka Ka Ka Ka..." (yeah, he can't pronounce it yet but that's okay), he dances, he scribbles, he plays so well with our tablet, he knows a few letters, numbers, animals and objects. And the list goes on and on. I am so glad and grateful that he's learning so many good things every single day. My husband and I have always been praying the best for our son. For him to always be healthy, full of love and respect, for him to be smart, talented, God-loving and for him to grow up to be a fine gentleman. Of course, all parents want the best for their kids. My son loves to sing and dance but I can hardly imagine his life with limelights and public attention because I myself practically grew up in a very simple and quiet environment. But who knows, if it's God's will, then I would happily embrace it! Anything for my son!
Just like the story of the recent winner of i-Shine Talent Camp, Lukas.
Does
your child have what it takes to shine? Perhaps every parent would answer this
question with a resounding “yes.” After all, parents think that their children
are the best or the number one. But really, what does it take for children to stand
out and shine?
No
one can give the definitive answer; but maybe looking at the story of 7-year
old Lukas Enrique Magallano, Promil Pre-School 2012 Grand i-Shiner, will give
us a clue.
When
a little boy from Cebu starts to dream
A
year ago, Lukas was just like any other ordinary boy in Cebu until a chance
meeting in a local mall. “It was totally unplanned,” relays Cristina Magallano.
“We were in the mall to get something before hitting the beach when someone
from a mall audition approached Lukas to sing.” The audition turned out to be
for the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp, a reality TV show aired in
ABS-CBN that aims to encourage parents to develop and support their child’s
talent. Lukas went on to pass the audition reached the Top 50 and eventually
become the show’s Grand i-Shiner.
The
mother and son journey to an I-Shine Stardom
When
asked about his i-Shine experience, Lukas would readily tell you that it was
“awesome” (his favorite superlative term); but his mom reveals a different side
to the story.
Cristina
knows that Lukas can sing but admits to being a little discouraged at one
point. “Maybe it was because he never had formal singing or dancing lessons,”
says Cristina. “Prayers and lots of guidance were my only weapons for someone
without an inch of experience over those other talented kids ready to take the
stage. I remember thinking that, had I known this would happen to Lukas, I
should have enrolled him in formal singing, dancing and acting classes....” With
prayers and guidance, Cristina’s faith and belief in Lukas talents helped her
child to be shortlisted.
After
the Top 50, Lukas went to Manila to compete in the reality show. From Cebu,
they had to go to Manila for 2 weeks for the workshop and contest proper. For
Lukas, dancing was the most difficult part of the competition. “
Lukas’
insistence paid off in the end as he went on to win the Promil Pre-School
i-Shine Talent Camp after a 2-month course under the guidance of celebrities
such as John Prats and Karylle. “Hearing my name after Direk Bobot said ‘and
the grand i-Shiner ay walang iba kundi si…’ was my most memorable moment during
the competition. I was so happy! If you saw me on TV, I really jumped for joy!”
Aside
from staging the i-Shine Talent Camp, Cristina also gives due credit to Promil Pre-School
for being Lukas’ milk of choice. “Promil Pre-School has always been our top
choice ever since. It worked well with Lukas’ growing up years,” shares the i-Shine
mom.
The
next Justin Bieber?
In
hindsight, Cristina was very thankful for the opportunity that was granted by
Promil Pre-School to their family. “Looking at him enjoy the journey made me
reflect that somehow he was also inclined to entertainment which I never
imagined before the competition,” she says.
At
the end of the day, innate talent and character, a supportive environment and
proper tools for growth and nutrition all combine to make a child’s gift shine.
A year after the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp, Lukas remains
to be the same boy he has always been; albeit with an air of confidence that
the competition has given him. “He
carries with him his experiences, the confidence and the dream to be next
Justin Bieber,” relates Cristina. Because of the talent that was honed in him
after the competition, Lukas, together with his Dad moved to Manila from Cebu.
“We get surprised when people recognize and get very excited to take photos
with him; he likes it though.”
Just
like Lukas, your son or daughter can also have the unique opportunity to shine
with the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp. Already on its second
year, it has grown to become bigger and better, offering more comprehensive
development programs, bigger prizes and standout winners. Open to kids above
three to seven years old, the program will be divided into three main
performing categories—singing, dancing and acting—with the top scorers bringing
home P200,000 in cash. The Grand i-Shiner, determined by the participant with the
highest marks, will also bring home an additional P300,000 in cash, Star Magic
and Promil Pre-School Talent contracts and 1-year supply of Promil Pre-School.
The
Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp 2 will be joined by high caliber mentors to help the kids reach
their full potential. One of the distinguished mentors is award-winning actor,
recording artist and movie producer Piolo Pascual. With Piolo are acclaimed
stage actress and acting teacher Pinky Amador and G-Force founder, dance
instructor and choreographer Georcelle Dapat.
Hosted
by actress Dimples Romana, racing prodigy and actor Matteo Guidicelli and
actor, model and singer Xian Lim, the Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp
2 premieres June 8 on ABS-CBN Channel 2 before Be Careful With My Heart
(Rewind).
###
About Wyeth Nutrition
Wyeth Nutrition, formerly Pfizer Nutrition, is part of Nestlé S.A.
Wyeth Nutrition develops premium-quality nutritional products
scientifically-designed to meet the needs of infants and young children, as
well as pregnant and lactating mothers. As pioneers in infant nutritional
science, our mission is to provide the best nutritional support for future
healthy outcomes. For nearly a century, Wyeth Nutrition has leveraged clinical
rigor, scientific research, world class manufacturing and product safety
standards to drive scientifically-sound solutions that offer parents
confidence, help nourish children and support their healthy futures.
It's important for parents to really support our children and encourage them to do their best in whatever field that we see them shining through! :) It's also a must for us parents to spend a lot of quality time and to let them know how much we love them for them to grow secure and confident about themselves. :)
ReplyDeletewow, laki ng prize...anticipating a new Ch 2 artista haha
ReplyDeleteclassic case of being at the right place at the right time. with good looks and singing talent, he is destined to be a star. :)
ReplyDeleteIt really good to encourage our children to do things that interest them.
ReplyDeleteIt's great that he loved what he was doing and his eagerness to learn and his persistence paid off well.
ReplyDeleteI have seen Lucas last Sunday at ASAP. He's just 7 lang pala but he speaks so well. He's so gwapo too.
ReplyDeleteI am not a mom yes but I understand your sentiments. My pamangkins' achievements is everybody's achievement too. And it has always been every parent's wish to see their kids grow up well.
ReplyDeleteBTW, would you like us to be each others' follower?
Lucas is so cute! I agree that parents should also help on developing and supporting the child's talent. :)
ReplyDeleteLucas is super cute kid! I'm sure he gonna develop more talent throughout his career, and to the proud parents..the happiness is can't be explained.:)
ReplyDeleteI am thankful to God that He gave my daughter a talent in singing though not to get the world's praise but for only for His glory.
ReplyDelete