The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Jun 17
- 3 min read
“Be that someone who is positive, excited by life, and someone others want to be around! Why Not?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“Happy Wednesday — Middle of the Week — It’s 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 18, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Someone Day!” Why Not?
“A great leader is someone who puts others first. If you believe in someone, you’re transparent and genuine in your words and actions. That someone will believe in you as a leader!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“A friend is someone who gives you total freedom to be yourself.”— Jim Morrison
“You don’t need someone to complete you. You only need someone to accept you completely.” — Unknown Author

“There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for others.” — Mandy Hale
“When someone special enters your life unexpectedly, don’t let them go. They were probably brought into your life for a reason.” — Unknown Author

“Just being there for someone can sometimes bring hope when all seems hopeless.” — Dave H. Llewelyn
“If you see someone falling behind, walk beside them. If you see someone being ignored, find a way to include them. If someone has been knocked down, lift them up. Always remind people of their worth. One small act could mean the world to them.” — Unknown Author

“Wherever you turn, you can find someone who needs you. Even if it is a little thing, do something for which there is no pay but the privilege of doing it.” — Albert Schweitzer
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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Join our Volunteer, Air Force Veteran, Peer Support Specialist, and Writer/Author Steven Bates TONIGHT for "Mid-Week Musings!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
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TONIGHT's Topic: "Insurance Policy?"

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mid-Week Musings!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Wednesday (TONIGHT), June 18, 2025, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
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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
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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. The best thing that I can think of to do for someone is to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://trustinthebible.com/how-do-you-encourage-someone-biblically/
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