The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Sep 20
- 3 min read
“A scar tells a story and the journey you’ve been on. It's a piece of you; it shaped your life. Wear it proudly!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — September 21, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Scar Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders leave a permanent and positive mark on people. They inspire, empower, and uplift people! Be a leader who leaves a mark in people’s life, not a scar. Bring out the best in people!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“I just want to show off my scar proudly and not be afraid of it.” — Carly Simon
“Be proud of every scar on your heart, each one holds a lifetime’s worth of lessons.” — Wallace Stegner
“I’m grateful for every scar, some pages turned, some bridges burned, but there were lessons learned.” — Fulton J. Sheen
“Never be ashamed of a scar. It simply means you were stronger than whatever tried to hurt you.” — Unknown Author
“Letting go means carrying a permanent scar, but not a permanent wound.” — Bryant McGill
“From every wound there is a scar, and every scar tells a story. A story that says, ‘I survived.” — Craig Scott
“What matters is this: you can look at a scar and see hurt, or you can look at a scar and see healing. Try to understand.” — Sherri Reynolds
“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!
Drop in every Sunday night with Volunteers, Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran and Steven Bates, Air Force Veteran for "Surmise with The Guys!" edition of (WFL), sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
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Every Sunday Evening: "Surmise with The Guys!"
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online for "Surmise with The Guys!” edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Sunday Night at 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET
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Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio 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!
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88191389604
“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
