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“We’re only passing through this life, so don’t just mark time. Make your mark for maximum impact!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughshttps://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1524The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!Good “Tuesday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole!” in Conroe, TX — July 28, 2026 "The Colonel’s Compass: Daily Wisdom for Life, Leadership, and Integrity"Today’s Message is: “Passing Through Day!” Why Not? “Great leaders don’t own time—they are only stewards of it. Their time is finite, but their purpose is absolute. They pour courage, vision and light into the hearts of those they lead. Positions, like titles, are temporary, but the impact on people can last a lifetime. Remember, you are only passing through!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV) More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message: “There is a time, when passing through a light, that you walk in your own shadow.” — Keri Hulme “Not everyone is meant to be in your future. Some people are just passing through to teach you lessons in life.” — Australian Aboriginal Proverb“We are reminded how short life really is, and how we are just passing through. So, all the people you haven’t told you love lately, tell them, and live your days like you mean it.” — Hal Sutton“We are all visitors to this time, this place. We are just passing through. Our purpose is to observe, to learn to grow, to love, and then we return.” — Unknown Author “Clarity comes from an intention passing through a mind free of judgement, a body free of brace, and a heart that is open.” — Unknown Author “Surround yourself with people who make you happy, make you laugh, and help you when you are in need. People who would never take advantage of you and genuinely care. They are the ones worth keeping in your life. Everyone else is just passing through.” — Unknown Author “Maybe some people aren’t meant to stay in our lives forever. Maybe some people are just passing through. It’s like some people just come through our lives to bring us something, a lesson we need to learn, and that’s why they’re there.” — Unknown Author🤝 The Weight is Lighter When SharedThe toughest battles aren't fought on a map—they’re fought within. Whether you are a Veteran, First Responder, Active-Duty member, or a Caregiver, you’ve carried the "Invisible" long enough.Join Warriors for Life (WFL) tonight for "Rooted & Rising!" We’re going Beyond the Armor to focus on Strengthening the Mind through a powerful discussion on "Emotional Intelligence!”This is a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL space to listen, share your wisdom, or simply find a seat at the table with people who truly get it. You matter, and you don’t have to navigate PTSD, TBI, MST, or the exhaustion of caregiving alone.🗓️ THE DETAILSFocus: "Emotional Intelligence!”• READ THE BLOG HERE: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinlauren-friendstonightfor-emotionalintelligence-withwarriorsforlife-wfl • WHEN: July 28, 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/83145057228• Facilitator: Lauren Iozzio, Certified Peer Support Specialist - Adult (CPS-A) & Volunteer Facilitator for Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) 📢 Help Us Reach a Hero TodayIf you know a fellow service member, first responder, or family caregiver who needs to hear this message, please TAG A FRIEND or SHARE this post. Your one click could be the exact bridge someone needs to find their peace.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 Peer Support Network: https://www.victoryforveterans.org/warriors-for-life-eventsCheck out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog “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#PassingThrough #MakeYourMark #MaximumImpact #VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #Leadership #DailyWisdom #MotivationOfTheDay #InspirationalQuotes #VeteranSupport #PeerSupport #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalIntelligence #FirstResponders #Patriots #HonorAndRespect #ColonelsCompass #LikeFollowComment#MondayMotivation #FollowUs #JoinTheConversation #YouMatter