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


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

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 “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 3 January 2023!


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


“Great leaders provide a vision and let everyone know what direction they want them to head in. They allow their team to choose their own direction to get the mission completed. Setting clear directions on the end state gives people a target they can reach and reason for moving towards it. Are you a leader who gives direction, not directions?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:


“Sometimes in the wind of change, we find our direction.” — Unknown Author

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:


“Goals allow you to control the direction of change in your favor.” — Brian Tracy


“When obstacles arise, you change your direction to reach your goal; you do not change your decision to get there.” — Zig Ziglar

“Your attitude determines your direction.” — Unknown Author


A very small shift in direction can lead to a very meaningful change in destination.” —James Clear

“If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.” — Lao Tzu


“Believe it or not, the direction — up or down — is in your hands.” — George R. Rodman

“One good conversation can shift the direction of change forever.” — Linda Lambert


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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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gasman0617
gasman0617
Jan 03, 2023

Good Tuesday afternoon Colonel





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Excellent quotes this morning Robert... Thank you brother. Have a great day!

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Jan 03, 2023




Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. For me there is no greater direction than from our Creator God. God won’t steer us in the wrong direction, on the contrary, if we follow the wishes of our Heavenly Father, we will find true peace in our hearts. Have a blessed day today and always.


Taken from:https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2009/january/27.30.html


What Is Spiritual Direction? RICHARD FOSTER|FEBRUARY 4, 2009


What is spiritual direction? 1. Spiritual direction is an interpersonal relationship in which we learn how to grow, live, and love in the spiritual life. 2. Spiritual direction involves a process through which one person helps another person understand what God is doing and saying. 3. Discernment is a crucial gift…

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
Jan 04, 2023
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Many thanks and blessings brother.

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
Jan 03, 2023

Velocity without direction is just speed, and speed kills!



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Great quote Jack...thank you my friend. Have a great day and let's hope that our punch lists get cleaned up this week....

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