The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

- 11 hours ago
- 3 min read
“Don’t be too impatient, learn to trust the wait. Trust yourself You’re in charge!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Monday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — February 2, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Wait Day!” Why Not?
“Leaders never wait or hesitate for a chance to make things happen. They take innovative risks to create momentum through action, never waiting for the right time. If you want to be proactive, then don’t wait for a sign. Create opportunities with confidence and put them into motion!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Don’t wait on perfect conditions for success to happen; just go ahead and do something.” — Damn Miller
“Never wait. Life goes faster than you think.” — Unknown Author

“Succes is not something to wait for, it is something to work for.” — Henry Ward Beecher
“You can’t wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club.” — Jack London

“Patience is the key, because when the right time comes, it will be a very beautiful and totally worth the wait.” — Unknown Author
“Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude. Good Morning.” — Unknown Author

“Don’t wait for the perfect moment. Take the moment and make it perfect.” — Aryn Kyle
“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!
Come join Volunteer, Peer Support Specialist Kirk Poe for "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support Victory for Veterans provides via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "Old Wounds"

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) - Monday (TONIGHT), February 2, 2026 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86121340012
Drop in every Friday Morning for “It’s Coffee with Lauren” with Veteran/First Responder Supporter & Volunteer Facilitator Lauren 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 “It’s Coffee with Lauren” 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
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82870324338
“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










Waiting doesn't necessarily mean there isn't a lot of buffering going on in a leaders mind.