“We get one run at life. There is no guarantee for a second run, so make the most of every day!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-ins... View More“We get one run at life. There is no guarantee for a second run, so make the most of every day!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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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 — February 5, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Guarantee Day!” Why Not?
“There is absolutely no guarantee that people will follow any leader. Leadership is constant work in progress. Leadership is earned by trust, integrity, character, and actions. Following a leader is a choice that people make, it’s not an obligation or guarantee!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Courage is the commitment to begin without any guarantee of success.” — Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
“It’s the possibility that keeps me going, not the guarantee.” — Unknown Author
“Life’s too short and tomorrow is not a guarantee. Do what makes you happy, be with those that make you smile, and love life.” — Edzzzy
“Tomorrow is a gift, not a guarantee. It arrives wrapped in uncertainty.” — Davis Makanjuola
“If you want a guarantee, buy a toaster.” — Clint Eastwood
“Being positive won’t guarantee you’ll succeed. But being negative will guarantee you won’t.” — Jon Gordon
“If you waste time worrying about what tomorrow brings, the only guarantee is today will bring nothing.” — Mark Desvaux
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer, Army Veteran & Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor Derrick Iozzio TONIGHT for "Forever Forward!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "In the Zone!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-derrick-friends-tonight-for-in-the-zone-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), February 5, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81682532691
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-friends
Warriors 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/82870324338
You 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 Burroughs
Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog
#guarantee #noguarantee #guaranteequotes #quotes #leadershipquotes #quotesoftheday #quotestoliveby #quotesdaily #motivated #motivating #motivatingquotes #motivatingothers #motivational #motivation #motivationalquotesoftheday #leaders #leader #inspiring #inspiringquotes #inspiringothers #inspiration #inspirationalquotesoftheday #inspirational #leadership #leadbyexample #followers #everyone
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invis... View More“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer, Army Veteran & Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor Derrick Iozzio TONIGHT for "Forever Forward!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "In the Zone!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-derrick-friends-tonight-for-in-the-zone-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), February 5, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81682532691
Thank you,
Derrick Iozzio, Army Veteran, Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor, Catch 22 Peer Support Founder, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
"Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!"
#inthezone #comfortzones #comfortzoneandmentalhealth #peersupport #veterans #firstresponders #caregivers #sharingiscaring #peertopeersupport #supportingeachother #supportgroup #supportingveterans #supportingcaregivers #healingtogether #supportingfirstresponders #healingthroughfriendship #friendsandmentalhealth #invisblewounds #ptsd #tbi #mst
“It’s a tough world out there...create a rock solid mindset and handle any of life’s challenges!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-in... View More“It’s a tough world out there...create a rock solid mindset and handle any of life’s challenges!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirational-quotes-message-of-the-day-1375
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day!” Afternoon “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — February 4, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Rock Day!” Why Not?
“People look to leadership for stability and direction. During challenging times leaders need to be like a rock; calm and confident. You need to be as steady as a rock during turbulent times to ensure trust and continued progress toward the mission. Be unshakeable!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so the wise are not affected by praise or blame.” — Buddha
“To be like the rock that the waves keep crashing over. It stands unmoved and the raging of the sea falls still around.” — Marcus Aurelius
“In matters of principle, stand like a rock.” — Thomas Jefferson
“Water breaks rock not because of its strength, but because of its consistency. Be like water. Don’t give up.” — Unknown Author
“I have willpower and determination. I am very resilient, like rock.” — Carnie Wilson
“Flow like water and you will find your way through any rock.” — Unknown Author
“A rock feels no pain and an island never cries.” — Paul Simon
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer, Air Force Veteran, Peer Support Specialist, and Writer/Author Steven Bates TONIGHT for "Mid-Week Musings!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "Healing differences of Grief & Trauma!"
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mid-Week Musings!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Wednesday (TONIGHT), February 4, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87440882846
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-friends
Warriors 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/82870324338
You 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 Burroughs
Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog
#rock #rocksolid #rocktoleanon #rockquotes #quotes #leadershipquotes #quotesoftheday #quotestoliveby #quotesdaily #motivated #motivating #motivatingquotes #motivatingothers #motivational #motivation #motivationalquotesoftheday #leaders #leader #inspiring #inspiringquotes #inspiringothers #inspiration #inspirationalquotesoftheday #inspirational #leadership #leadbyexample #followers #everyone
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invis... View More“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer, Air Force Veteran, Peer Support Specialist, and Writer/Author Steven Bates TONIGHT for "Mid-Week Musings!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "Healing differences of Grief & Trauma!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-steven-friends-tonight-for-healing-differences-of-grief-trauma-with-warriors-for-life-w
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mid-Week Musings!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Wednesday (TONIGHT), February 4, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87440882846
Thank you,
Steven Bates, Air Force Veteran, Writer/Author, Peer Support Specialist, &
Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc.
“Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!”
#trauma #grief #healingdifference #copingwithgrief #healingfromtrauma #peersupport #veterans #firstresponders #caregivers #sharingiscaring #peertopeersupport #supportingeachother #supportgroup #supportingveterans #supportingcaregivers #healingtogether #supportingfirstresponders #healingthroughfriendship #friendsandmentalhealth #invisblewounds #ptsd #tbi #mst
“A lifetime is short in the grand scheme of life, seize the moment & make the most of Every day!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-in... View More“A lifetime is short in the grand scheme of life, seize the moment & make the most of Every day!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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The “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 — February 3, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Lifetime Day!” Why Not?
“Great Leadership doesn’t happen overnight; it's a long lifetime journey of lessons learned, development, and becoming better. If you want to take the ride of a lifetime, then focus on being courageous and decisive; be a role model!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Giving isn’t just a day, it’s a lifetime value.” — Bobby Umar
“Do you know what is the greatest gift anyone can receive in his lifetime? The greatest gift we can receive is to have the chance, just once in our lives, to make a difference.” — Stephen Strange
“If you have two friends in your lifetime, you’re lucky. If you have one good friend, you’re more than lucky.” — S.E. Hinton
“The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are.” — Joseph Campbell
“The opportunity of a lifetime must be seized in the lifetime of the opportunity.” — Leonard Ravenhill
“The best kind of people are the ones that come into your life, and make you see the sun where you once saw clouds. The people that believe in you so much, you start to believe in you too. The people that love you, simply for being you. The once in a lifetime kind of people.” — Unknown Author
“Worry a little bit every day and in a lifetime you will lose a couple of years. If something is wrong, fix it if you can. But train yourself not to worry. Worry never fixes anything.” — Mary Hemingway
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer and Army Veteran Jennifer Roy every Tuesday evening for "Victims to Survivors!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
Every Tuesday: "Victims to Survivors!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinjenroy-friendsfor-victimstosurvivors-withwarriorsforlife-wfl-ontuesdayevenings
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Victims to Survivors!" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) – every Tuesday evening starting @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947
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-friends
Warriors 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/82870324338
You 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 Burroughs
Check out the BLOGS & what’s happening with Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV): https://www.victoryforveterans.org/blog
#lifetime #yourlifetime #leadershiplifetime #lifetimequotes #quotes #leadershipquotes #quotesoftheday #quotestoliveby #quotesdaily #motivated #motivating #motivatingquotes #motivatingothers #motivational #motivation #motivationalquotesoftheday #leaders #leader #inspiring #inspiringquotes #inspiringothers #inspiration #inspirationalquotesoftheday #inspirational #leadership #leadbyexample #followers #everyone
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invis... View More“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer and Army Veteran Jennifer Roy every Tuesday evening for "Victims to Survivors!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
Every Tuesday: "Victims to Survivors!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/joinjenroy-friendsfor-victimstosurvivors-withwarriorsforlife-wfl-ontuesdayevenings
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Victims to Survivors!" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) – every Tuesday evening starting @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947
Thank you,
Jennifer Roy, Army Veteran, Podcaster & Volunteer Facilitator for Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
"Honor & Respect Always —Warriors for Life!"
#victims #victimstosurvivors #survivors #peersupport #veterans #firstresponders #caregivers #sharingiscaring #peertopeersupport #supportingeachother #supportgroup #supportingveterans #supportingcaregivers #healingtogether #supportingfirstresponders #healingthroughfriendship #friendsandmentalhealth #invisblewounds #ptsd #tbi #mst
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