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The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!

“Words and actions are powerful, so say what you mean and follow through — you become what you say!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


I love real people who say what they mean and mean what they say. No fluff, no lies and no pretense.
Today's Message is: "Mean Day!" Why Not?

 

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!

  

Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!”  Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — June 10, 2025

 

Today’s Message is:  “Mean Day!”  Why Not?

 

“Leadership is about authenticity and always making sure that your actions are aligned with what you communicate.  If you ask anyone what makes a great leader, they mean what they say!  Take accountability for your words.  Mean it by ‘walk the talk’ and demonstrating integrity by your positive example!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)


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More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

“Winning doesn’t always mean being first.  Winning means you’re doing better than you’ve ever done before.” — Bonnie Blair

 

“Always say what you mean and mean what you say.  Express how you feel and don’t ever apologize for being real.” — Unknown Author


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“If my life is going to mean anything, I have to live it myself.” — Rick Riordan

 

“Wrinkles mean you laughed, grey hair means you cared, and scars mean you lived.” —  Unknown Author

 

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“Being alone does not mean you are broken.  It means you are strong enough to stand by yourself when the world gets too loud.” — Unknown Author

 

“Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed.  It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” — Unknown Author


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“One small crack does not mean that you are broken.  It means that you were put to the test and you didn’t fall apart.” — Linda Poindexter

 

“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs

 

Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!

 

Come join Volunteer, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist, & Writer/Author Kim Gwinner for "Tuesday Topic" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).

 

We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.

 

Tuesday Topic:  "Ways to Reduce Stress and Feel Mentally Stronger!"


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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Tuesday Topic" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Tuesday (TONIGHT), June 10, 2025, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET

 

 

Drop in every Friday Morning for “Coffee with Kim” with Volunteer, Army Veteran, & Author Kim Gwinner as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV.   Check out the times below and how to connect through Zoom!


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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online “Coffee with Kim” Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Friday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET

 

 

“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country:  'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!”  COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


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