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


Today's Message is: "Work Hard Day!" Why Not?

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


Good “Monday & Labor Day!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome to the beginning of a new week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 5 September 2022!


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


“Leadership consists of hard work! Leaders have to work hard at improving and refining their leadership qualities on an everyday basis. There is no rest for leaders! They have to find ways to overcome obstacles, face challenges head-on, and be willing to accept change at a fast pace. Through hard work leaders gain experience, they push themselves, and they discover new things about themselves and their work ethic they didn’t know! Hard work makes the leader! It enables them to achieve mission success and provides the example for people to follow and work hard right alongside them. It teaches leaders and people determination, dedication, and discipline. There are no shortcuts to success, only hard work. Are you willing to put in the hard work to be the best at your leadership?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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TONIGHT's Topic: "Feelings Buried Alive Never Die!"


The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:

“Work hard in Silence, let success make the noise.” — Unknown Author

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“Develop the muscles for hard work and never be an early quitter.” Israelmore Ayivor


“Be patient. Good things will come to those who wait and continue to work hard.” —Unknown Author

“A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.” — Colin Powel


“The people who achieve extraordinary results don’t achieve them by working more hours. They achieve them by getting more done in the hours they work.” — Gary Keller

“I believe work is good. There is dignity in work. I also believe that a hard work ethic forges strong leaders.” — Mike Krzyzewski


“Your hard work shows how strong a person is.” — Unknown Author

“When you live for a strong purpose, then hard work isn’t an option. It’s a necessity.” —Steve Pavlina


Sometimes motivation to do something is a by-product of doing the work first.” —Unknown Author


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“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those men and women who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!'" — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Sep 05, 2022

Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. I was raised in an era that was expected from me. I worked hard because that is what my Dad demanded. He not only demanded hard work but he showed me how to work hard. I used to be solid and strong but time has taken its toll on me. The only thing that has callouses on me anymore are my finger tips, from typing. LOL.There is still something that I believe can work hard is my mind. I try to work hard to stay in relationship with Jesus, my Alford and Savior. God still loves Hard work, as seen in the link below. Have …


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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Sep 06, 2022
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I told her and she thank you. We had a great day. Your most welcome, my friend. Many blessings to you.

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
Sep 05, 2022

Working hard is a lot easier when you love what you're doing. I've been fortunate to have had 2 careers where that was true.



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I feel the same way Jack. I’ve maintained two awesome careers over my lifetime and continue to work hard in current third and fourth careers. RIP Medical Debt and my nonprofit work with Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV), Warriors for Life (WFL), the National Veterans Transition Service, Inc. AKA REBOO, and now the Life Readiness Center (LRC) here the states and in Costa Rica. I need to add some more careers (lol)…

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gasman0617
gasman0617
Sep 05, 2022

Not really, too much rain. Probably ride the bike on Zwift.

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Sounds like some good exercise... we're headed up to the property to check out the framing on our new home this morning...

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gasman0617
gasman0617
Sep 05, 2022

Good Labor Day morning Colonel. I just couldn’t resist the last quote!




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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Sep 05, 2022
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I’ve seen many of those uglier folk. On patrol, I would visit the strip joints, just to make my presence,known. LOL

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