The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 3 days ago
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“When was the last time you said to yourself ‘I’ve got this?' Start today!" — 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 return home!
Good “R.E.D. Friday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — August 8, 2025
Today’s Message is: “I’ve Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders are always learning new things, getting their hands dirty, and getting in the trenches with people to accomplish the mission or something extraordinary. They just roll up their sleeves and say, “I’ve never been afraid or scared to work or learn.’ and they just keep on improving!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“I’ve failed over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” — Michael Jordan
“In my life, I’ve lived, I’ve loved, I’ve lost, I’ve hurt, I’ve trusted, I’ve made mistakes, but most of all, I’ve learned.” — Unknown Author
“I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.” — Lucille Ball
“I’ve learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.” — Maya Angelou
“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on.” — Robert Frost
“I’ve seen better days, but I’ve also seen worse. I don’t have everything that I want, but I do have all I need. I woke up with some aches and pains, but I woke up. My life may not be perfect but I am blessed.” — Unknown Author
“I’ve found that there is always some beauty left — in nature, sunshine, freedom, in yourself; these can all help you.” — Anne Frank
“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: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
I've never been afraid of gettin in there and doing what needs to be done. Heck occasionally I've even developed new ways to do it!