The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Jul 28
- 2 min read
"Be optimistic, be a winner. Carry yourself with confidence and positive energy!" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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 — July 29, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Carry Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership starts and ends with how you carry yourself when you think no one is watching, because they’re always watching. It’s your posture and the signals you send when you work and roll up your sleeves. Make people feel confident and secure with how you carry yourself on and off the field in your leadership journey!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“It’s not the load that breaks you down, it’s the way you carry it.” — Lou Holtz
“Be simple, don’t carry the baggage of the past. Open your hands, and just let it go.” — Unknown Author
“You are the one that possesses the keys to your being. You carry the passport to your own happiness!” — Diane Von Furstenberg
“Fly like an eagle, let your spirit carry you.” — Steve Miller
“Carry on no matter what happens. Hide your sorrows under a smile and carryon.” — Unknown Author
“When you feel like you want to give up and you can’t go much further, look at how far you’ve come, the strength inside you that has brought you this far, will be the strength that will carry you the rest of the way.” — Unknown Author
“Our backs tell stories no books have the spine to carry.” — Rupi Kaur
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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“In this organization, we honor God, cherish family, and serve our country with unwavering pride. As leaders, we don’t wait — we act. Through Victory for Veterans, we boldly stand at the front lines of compassion, lifting up those who’ve sacrificed for freedom. Rooted in faith, guided by integrity, and driven by duty, we lead by example, live with purpose, and inspire others to do the same.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. It always really amazes me to think of the burden that Jesus Christ had to carry, to bring us into a right relationship with God. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://biblehub.com/topical/c/carry.htm
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The concept of "carry" in the Bible encompasses both literal and metaphorical meanings, reflecting the physical act of bearing or transporting objects and the spiritual or emotional act of bearing burdens or responsibilities. This entry explores various instances and implications of "carry" as found in the…
Any leaders job description is to train their replacement, but number 2 right behind that is being able to carry on when the walls are falling down all around them.