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

Writer: Col (Ret) Mikel BurroughsCol (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

“Lift your spirits, feel connected, and laugh your way to a happier day — Why Not?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs


A laugh is... A smile that bursts.  An instant vacation.  A day not wasted.  Music to the soul.  A cheap medicine.  The more you laugh, the more you live.
Today's Message is: "Laugh Day!" Why Not?

 

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

 

“Yes, it’s that day again… Happy Hump Day!”


 

Good “Wednesday & Hump Day” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!”  Welcome to the middle of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — 19 March 2025

 

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

 

“The best leaders will laugh at themselves in the face of failure, just as they can laugh off their mistakes.  If you’re a strong leader, then people will laugh with you.  If you show weakness and indecision they will ignore and laugh at you.  Humor can boost morale and earn trust!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)


 

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

Laugh as much as you breathe and love as long as you live.” — Johnny Depp

 

“Work hard.  Dream big.  Try your best.  Believe you can.  Be a leader.  Try new things.  Laugh loud.  Have fun.  Never give up!” — Unknown Author



Laugh my friend, for laughter ignites a fire within the pit of your belly and awakens your being.” — Stella McCartney

 

“Walk to the edge.  Listen hard.  Laugh.  Play with abandon.  Practice wellness.  Continue to learn.  Choose with no regret.  Appreciate friends.  Lead or follow a leader.  So what you love.  Live as if this is all there is." — Mary Anne Radmacher


 

“Ten years from now you’ll laugh at whatever’s stressing you out today.  So why not laugh now?”— Tony Robbins

 

Laugh at your mistakes but learn from them.  Joke you’re your troubles but gather strength from them.  Have fun with your difficulties but overcome them.” — Unknown Author


 

“An onion can make people cry but there’s never been a vegetable that can make people laugh.” — Will Rogers


“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs

 

Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE Year-round 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:  "National Let's Laugh Day!"


 

 

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mid-Week Musings!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Wednesday (TONIGHT), March 19, 2025, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET

 

 

Drop in every Friday Morning for “Coffee with Kim” with Volunteer, Army Veteran, & Author Kim Gwinner 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 “Coffee with Kim” 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

 


“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country:  'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!”  COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs



2 Comments


H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
9 hours ago






Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. When the devil thinks he has me down, I laugh at him and remind him of his future. Have a blessed day today and always.


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jackhokie68
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When your job was to deliver weapons that would wipe things off the face of the earth, the ability to laugh at your mistakes was essential.



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