The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Tuesday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Eagle’s Nest” in The Woodlands, TX! — 12 October 2021!
Today’s Message is: “Long Walk Day!” Why Not?
“Leadership by Walking Around (LWA) can be used to your advantage. You can gather important information about the climate and culture of your organization. You can interact with your team on a regular basis, getting valuable feedback. Drop the email and interact by walking around.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
***There will be NO “Tuesday Topic Box this week for Warriors for Life (WFL)…Rick will be back next Tuesday!***
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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:
“An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” — Henry David Thoreau
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Do not be discouraged by the distance you still have to travel. Instead, appreciate how many ‘life miles’ you have already covered. Your struggles have changed you into a stronger and better person. Don’t let anyone dissuade you from blooming into the person you are meant to be. Keep walking.” — Dodinsky
“It’s your road, and yours alone. Others may walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you.” — Rumi
“After a day’s walk, everything has twice its usual value.” — G.M. Trevelyan
“Walking brings me back to myself.” — Laurette Mortimer
“Lovely days don’t come to you; you should walk to them.” — Unknown Author
“A walk in nature walks the soul back home.” — Mary Davis
“The best remedy for a short temper is a long walk.” — Joseph Joubert
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“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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Good “Tuesday!” Morning my Brothers and Sisters from the gradually enhanced autumn leaves of the Greater Boston Area... We are way behind as far as the fall foliage goes... I don't know if that is good or bad, but I am sure we will soon see...if the white stuff starts falling early... LOL!
Today’s Message is: “Long Walk Day!” Why Not?
"A long walk and grooming with a well-mannered dog is a Zen experience that leaves you refreshed and in a creative frame of mind." - Dean Koontz
"I know the joy of skating on a clear cold day. I know the joy of getting off a perfect drive in golf. I know the delight of a fine meal after…
What's with you ground pounders and early morning long walks? I much prefer the dawn patrol 3 ship that launched at 0645. These days my walks last as long as my dog and she's small.
A wonderful theme today, Colonel. My wife and I have been walking daily for 20 years... I have had many major operations over the years to repair damage from spinal cord and gws damage and the walking keeps me going. It is difficult, painful and tiring but it brings a clarity to my thinking.... It gives me time to think, pray, and appreciate what God has given me.
Good Tuesday morning Col Burroughs.