The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- May 29
- 3 min read
“Stop and remember. Don’t forget who motivated and inspired you to be the best you!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day until they come home!

Good “R.E.D. Friday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome to the of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 30, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Don’t Forget Day!” Why Not?
“All leaders start somewhere and at one time they were followers. Great leaders don’t forget that person or mentor that made the biggest impact on their life. They carry that with them everywhere they go. So remember, people don’t forget how you will impact them. Be that leader they never forget!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Don’t forget where you came from, but always remember where you’re going.” — Luke Taylor
“Don’t forget where you are going.” — Unknown Author

“Don’t forget you can: Fail in your 20’s. Try again at 30. Fail again at 35. Start again at 36. Not be great. Get better. Be different. Find your lane. Start again at 40. And still, succeed.” — Dhar Mann
“Don’t forget, while you’re busy doubting yourself, someone else is admiring your strength.” — Kristen Butler

“Don’t complain. Don’t explain. Don’t forget to smell the flowers.” — Unknown Author
“Always remember people who have helped you along the way, and don’t forget to lift someone up.” — Roy T. Bennett

“Don’t forget to collect the memories on your journey. Remember, if you only focus on your destination, you will miss out on the benefits of the journey.” — Tanya R. Liverman
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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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
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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
