Not Just One Wow

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Not Just One Wow

  • February 19, 2025
  • Posted by: Caitlin McCallum
  • Category: Wow Story
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When asked to share my “wow” moment, I tried, but failed to think of one. Not because there are none, but rather because there are so many.

For example, there are the mornings when I rise from bed and realize that I am still able to use the skills, resources and opportunities that God has given me to serve in the various capacities He provides. Wow!

Then there are the times that I am sure I am just not up to the job He has given me to do, only to find that He has given me answers to problems I didn’t even know existed. Wow!

Every time God allows me to help children sound out new words, understand stories, or solve math problems, is a “wow” moment. Working with fellow teachers to find ways to reach that one special child in that one special area is a “wow” moment. Completing paperwork that assures a child with disabilities will have the support needed to be successful in school, and getting it approved, when that child has had to wait for several years to qualify is a “wow” moment.

As a matter of fact, I am humbled by all of the “wow” moments God has provided for me in my lifetime as a teacher, child, parent, spouse and friend.  I’m sorry that I could not provide you with just one, but with all that God has given me, it was impossible.  Happy New Year!  May God bless each and everyone of you with many, many “wow” moments.

~written by Cindy Janowiecki, LSEM Teacher at Trinity Lutheran School in Toledo, OH