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“Guard your eternal flame; use every obstacle, setback, and doubt to keep that fire burning to achieve your purpose!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1448 The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!Good “Thursday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — April 30, 2026 Today’s Message is: “Guard Day!” Why Not? “A leader that truly cares about their people will stand guard over their potential making sure they progress to the next level. By guarding the growth of your team you create a culture of people who will rise and stand guard over a shared vision!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “Guard your time. It’s all you have.” — Naval Ravikant “Guard your integrity fiercely: It’s a treasure you can easily lose.” — Makanjuola Davis“Guard well within yourself that treasure, kindness. Know how to give without hesitation, how to lose without regret, how to acquire without meanness.” — George Sand “Your energy is your greatest asset. Guard it fiercely. Surround yourself with positivity, and let the energy of inspiration glow through every aspect of your work.”— Unknown Author“Fortitude is the guard and support of the other virtues.” — John Locke“Guard your heart, but do not make it a forbidden place for everyone. There will be people who are worthy of entry.” — Unknown Author“Let not a man guard his dignity, but let his dignity guard him!” — Ralph Waldo Emerson“You Don’t Have to Carry the Invisible Alone. Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!” — COL (Ret) Mikel BurroughsHelp us reach those who need it—Tag a friend or share this post!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 "Forever Forward!" 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: "Wisdom from Willie!" • READ HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/everyone-drop-in-tonight-as-derrick-and-friends-discuss-honesty-a-part-of-warriors-for-life-wf • WHEN: April 30, 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/81682532691• FACILITATOR: Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor, Catch 22 Peer Support Founder, & 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 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!https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/drop-in-for-it-s-coffee-with-lauren-every-friday-morning-with-warriors-for-life-wfl-friendsWarriors 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/82870324338You Matter to Us! Be a Survivor, Reach Out, & Join Warriors for Life (WFL) Online: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-events“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 BurroughsCheck out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog #Guard #GuardYourPotential #GuardYourHeart #Leadership #ServantLeadership #ProtectTheVision #Integrity #Kindness Matters #TimeManagement #Fortitude #Resilience #Purpose #EternalFlame #VeteranSupport #WarriorsForLife #WFL #ForeverForward #WisdomFromWillie #BeyondTheArmor #StrengtheningTheMind #FirstResponders #MentalWellness #PeerSupport #VictoryForVeterans #VFV #Honesty #GrowthMindset #YouMatter #NeverAlone #WarriorSpirit #MilitaryCommunity #ConroeTX #TexasVeterans #CoffeeWithLauren #FridayVibes #SupportOurHeroes #CommunityCare #Valor #IntegrityFiercely #Dignity