“Your internal light is the compass of your character, and your external light is the beacon that guides others!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
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 — March 20, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Light Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders don’t just survive the storm; they become the light that guides others through it. Even when the odds are stacked against you, your job isn’t to just keep your own flame alive-it’s to light a fire in the hearts of those around you so they can find their own way forward!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Be a light to those around you. Be the source of love and care you are hoping to receive from others.” — Bonnie H. Cordon
“Be the light that helps others see.” — Unknown Author
“There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.” — Amanda Gorman
“To shine your brightest light is to be who you truly are.” — Roy T. Bennett
“Light tomorrow with today.” — Elizabeth Barrett Browning
“Let your light shine so brightly that others can see their way out of the dark.” — Katrina Mayer
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within!” — Maya Angelou
“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 Combat Medic Veteran, & Music Writer/Producer Mike Williams TONIGHT for "Mike Check" 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 the support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing through the Warriors for Life (WFL) online network. 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: "Light in Dark Places!"
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mike Check!" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Friday (TONIGHT), March 20, 2026 @ 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 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!
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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
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88191389604
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
#VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #WFL #Leadership #BeTheLight #Guidance #Character #InternalLight #RedFriday #RememberEveryoneDeployed #VeteransSupportingVeterans #FirstResponders #MentalHealthMatters #InvisibleWounds #PeerSupport #MilitaryCommunity #BandOfBrothers #BandOfSisters #LightInTheDark #CompassionInAction #LeadByExample #ShineYourLight #YouMatter #NeverAlone #VeteranWellness #SupportOurHeroes #StayStrong #Resilience #Hope #Transformation #InspirationDaily #MotivationMonday #FridayVibes #ColonelMikelBurroughs #MikeCheck #CupOJoe #VFV #VeteranNetworking #CommunityHealing #WarriorSpirit #LightTomorrowWithToday #BeTheBeacon
“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 Combat Medic Veteran, & Music Writer/Producer Mike Williams TONIGHT for "Mike Check" 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 the support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing through the Warriors for Life (WFL) online network. 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: "Light in Dark Places!"
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mike Check!" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Friday (TONIGHT), March 20, 2026 @ 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,
Mike Williams, Army Combat Medic Veteran, Music Writer/Producer, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
"Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!"
#VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #WFL #VeteranSupport #MentalHealthMatters #InvisibleWounds #PTSDRecovery #EndTheStigma #FirstResponders #MilitaryCommunity #ArmyVeteran #CombatMedic #PeerSupport #VeteransHelpingVeterans #EveryoneMatters #MikeCheck #LightInDarkPlaces #VFV #WellnessWednesday #FridayFeeling #SupportOurTroops #VeteranWellness #MentalHealthAwareness #OnlineSupport #CommunityHealing #GiveBack #Volunteer #MilitaryFamily #HealingTogether #PeaceOfMind
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 — March 20, 2026
Le... View MoreGood “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 — March 20, 2026
Let’ “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day until they come home!
“Working toward something incredible is our standard when we lead and serve with purpose!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-inspirati... View More“Working toward something incredible is our standard when we lead and serve with purpose!” — 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 — March 19, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Incredible Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership is a mission of transformation. Great leaders have the incredible opportunity to ignite the spark in others and pave the way for every individual to reach their highest potential. Incredible leaders do incredible things, because they believe in the incredible value of their people!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“A person can do incredible things if he or she has enough hope.” — Shannon K. Butcher
“Incredible change happens in your life when you decide to take control of what you do have power over instead of craving control over what you don’t.” — Steve Maraboli
“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” — Carl Sagan
“Do what you love, whatever this means to you, do it. Because doing what you love, leads to the most incredible places.” — Katie Ross
“Work hard. Do good. Be incredible.” — Cheryl Strayed
“Being told you’re appreciated is one of the simplest yet most incredible things you can ever hear.” — Unknown Author
“Believe the incredible and you can do the impossible!” — Fulton J. Sheen
“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 the support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing through Warriors for Life (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: "Selvage!"
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Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), March 19, 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
#VictoryForVeterans #VFV #WarriorsForLife #WFL #ColonelMikelBurroughs #IncredibleDay #LeadWithPurpose #LeadershipMatters #VeteranSupport #MilitaryMentalHealth #InvisibleWounds #PeerSupport #NeverAlone #ReachOut #HonorAndRespect #BandOfBrothers #BandOfSisters #FirstResponders #Patriots #MotivationDaily #Inspiration #LeadershipDevelopment #ServiceAboveSelf #YouMatter #WarriorSpirit #HealingTogether #CommunitySupport #KeepMovingForward #Selvage #VeteranStrong
“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 the support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing through Warriors for Life (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: "Selvage!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-derrick-friends-tonight-for-selvage-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), March 19, 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!"
#VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #WFL #ForeverForward #VeteransSupport #FirstResponders #MilitaryFamily #InvisibleWounds #PTSDRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #PeerSupport #VeteranWellness #ArmyVeteran #EndTheStigma #YouAreNotAlone #VeteranCommunity #ServiceMembers #WellnessWednesday #SupportOurHeroes #HealingTogether #CaregiverSupport #VeteranResources #MentalHealthMatters #WarriorSpirit #VictoryForVets #PeerToPeer #StayStrong #VFV #CommunitySupport #EveryoneMatters
“Showing up helps you overcome life’s challenges. Your presence is the foundation of your impact!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/the-colonel-s-vfv-motivational-... View More“Showing up helps you overcome life’s challenges. Your presence is the foundation of your impact!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
“Hapy Hump Day – Headed to the Weekend!”
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — March 18, 2026
Today’s Message is: “Showing Up Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership isn’t a fair-weather job. It’s showing up in the chaos to build trust and staying through the storm to provide reliability and confidence in the people they lead. Are you showing up?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” — Brene Brown
“Success is earned one day at a time. Start by showing up.” — Unknown Author
“There will be moments in life when showing up for yourself will mean leaving behind those who don’t.” — Alex Elle
“Showing up is essential. Showing up consistency is powerful. Showing up consistently with a positive outlook is even more powerful.” — Jeff Olson
“Show up. Show up when it’s hard. Show up when you’re scared. Just keep showing up. Show them your truth. Do it by showing up and not backing down.” — David Cancel
“Words that move you. Breathe. Begin again. Progress, not perfection. You are still becoming. Choose growth daily. Your pace is valid. Light lives inside you. Storms make strength. Keep showing up. Start where you are. Hope looks good on you.” — Unknown Author
“The secret to success is simple: Keep showing up as you!” — Kathryn Lang
“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 the support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing through Warriors for Life (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: "AWWKWARD!"
https://www.victoryforveterans.org/post/join-steven-friends-for-tonight-s-topic-awwkward-with-warriors-for-life-wfl
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mid-Week Musings!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Wednesday (TONIGHT), March 18, 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
#VictoryForVeterans #WarriorsForLife #ShowingUp #MentalHealthMatters #VeteranSupport #MotivationMonday #HumpDayMotivation #LeadershipDevelopment #Resilience #KeepShowingUp #MilitaryCommunity #FirstResponders #WellnessWednesday #InspirationDaily #BandOfBrothers #WarriorSpirit #EndTheStigma #PeerSupport #VeteranWellness #ConroeTX #PersonalGrowth #OvercomingObstacles #Impact #ConsistencyIsKey #SelfCare #NeverGiveUp #ServiceAfterService #CommunitySupport #YouMatter #VictoryForVeteransInc
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