The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Jun 10
- 3 min read
“Make the best of the unexpected. Let surprises become a connection or an adventure! Why Not?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“Yes, it’s that day again! Halfway to the weekend — Happy Hump Day!”
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — June 11, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Surprises Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership involves navigating changes, handling complex situations, and working through uncertainty. The environment and unforeseen events in everyday leadership can be messy and full of surprises. Be ready to balance and adjust for all the tough decisions and surprises!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Sometimes the most shocking surprises are also the most beautiful surprises.” — Lori Wilhite
“Life is full of surprises. When your day is wonderful, cherish it. When it becomes difficult, stay strong. There are no guarantees on how many days you have left so be grateful for each and every one of them.” — Unknown Author
“Risk-taking, trust, and serendipity are key ingredients of joy. Without risk, nothing new ever happens. Without trust, fear creeps in. Without serendipity, there are no surprises.” — Rita Gelman
“Life is full of surprises, and not everything will go as planned. Embrace the uncertainties, adjust your sails, and appreciate the journey.” — Unknown Author
“You will be fine. There may be decisions to make and surprises in store. Life takes us to unexpected places sometimes.” — Erin Morgenstern
“Notice and cherish life’s surprises. Just because it’s not what you were expecting, doesn’t mean it’s not everything you’ve been waiting for. So take a deep breath when you’re rejected from something good. It often means you’re being redirected to something better. Be patient. Be positive. Keep going.” — Angel Chernoff
“Life is full of surprises and serendipity. Being open to unexpected turns in the road is an important part of success. If you try to plan every step, you may miss those wonderful twists and turns. Just find your next adventure-do it well, enjoy it-and then, not now, think about what comes next.” — Condoleeza Rice
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always—Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. Since God is the Creator of the universe and all within it, whatever God can do for me does not surprise me. Have a blessed day today and always.
What does the Bible say about surprises? Can we expect God to surprise us in our lives?
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