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

“Live with intention; set your own rules.  Let that be your compass that guides you!” —  COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Today's Message is: "Rules Day!" Why Not?

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

Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!”  Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — January 11, 2026

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

“Great leaders set personal rules in order to lead by example.  Those rules are set to build trust and maintain morale.  They’re the foundation for a team, so people know how to communicate and handle challenges. Rules provide stability and drive performance.  If you must break the rules, do it for a higher strategic purpose!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) 

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

“I follow three rules:  do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care!” — Lou Holtz

“You are the CEO of your life.  Set your own rules.” — Unknown Author

“Rules for 2026:  Choose those who choose you.  Value those who value you.  Trust those who stand by you.  Distance yourself from those who disrespect you.” — Unknown Author

A little Humor This Morning!

“Toilet Rules.  If you lift it up… Put it down.  If it runs out… Replace it.  If you miss it… Wipe it.  If you’re finished… Flush it.  If it smells… Spray it.  Gentlemen.  Stand close, it may be shorter than you think.  Ladies.  Please remain seated for the whole performance” — Unknown Author

“Know the rules well, so you can break them effectively.” — Dalai Lama

“Three simple rules in life.  1.  If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it.  2.  If you don’t ask , the answer is always no.  3.  If you don’t step forward, you’re always in the same place.” — Unknown Author

“7 Rules of life.  1.  Make peace with your past so it won’t disturb your future.  2.  What other people think of you is none of your business.  3.  The only person in charge of your happiness is you.  4.  Don’t compare your life to others.  Comparison is the thief of joy.  5. Time heals almost everything.  Give it time.  6.  Stop thinking so much.  It’s alright not to know all the answers.  7.  Smile.  You don’t own all the problems in the world.” — Unknown Author

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

 

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