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

“Momentum is the gas in your tank; put your foot on the gas and move forward with purpose!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


Stop looking back if you want to move forward!
Today's Message is: "Move Forward Day!" Why Not?

 

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, Warriors, & Patriots!”  Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — May 8, 2026

 

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

 

“Great leaders create a path through the impossible.  They do it with confidence in their character and with competence in their actions.  When faced with insurmountable challenges, never yield, instead turn setbacks into fuel to move forward with tenacity!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)  


 

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

“Those who move forward with a happy spirit will find that things always work out.” — Gordon B. Hinkley

 

“Sometimes you have to let go so you can move forward.” — Unknown Author

 


“Move forward, with generosity.  Move forward, with a willingness to live with the tension.  Move Forward, learning as you go.  The person who fails the most, wins.” — Seth Godin

 

“You don’t have to have it all figured out to move forward…  Just take the next step.” — Unknown Author


 

“Let go of what you cannot change, and move forward with what you can.” — Unknown Author

 

“You chose to better yourself for a reason.  Don’t go back to habits or situations that hold you back.  Keep reminding yourself why you decided to move forward.  Stay positive about the future by staying consistent with your changes.” — Unknown Author


 

“The truth is, unless you let go, unless you forgive yourself, unless you forgive the situation, unless you realize that the situation is over, you cannot move forward.” — Steve Maraboli

 

“You Don’t Have to Carry the Invisible Alone.  Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

 

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At Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV), we know that the toughest battles are often the ones no one else can see. That’s why we provide FREE & CONFIDENTIAL year-round online peer-to-peer support nationwide for veterans, first responders, and their families.

 

Join us TONIGHT for a special "Mike Check!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL).

 

Whether you’re looking for support or you have wisdom to share that could help a fellow warrior, there is a seat for you at our table. We go Beyond the Armor to focus on Strengthening the Mind.


 

THE DETAILS:

 

• TONIGHT’s TOPIC:  "What Comes Next?"

• WHEN:  May 8, 2026

• TIME:  4:30 PM PT | 5:30 PM MT | 6:30 PM CT | 7:30 PM ET

• WHERE: Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947

• FACILITATOR:  Mike Williams, Army Combat Medic Veteran, Music Writer/Producer, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

 

How you can help:  Even if you can't make it, please SHARE this post. You never know which veteran or first responder in your circle needs to hear this message today.

 

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

 

 

“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



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