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Writer's pictureCol (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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


Real happininess is a friend taking time out with you and for you!
Today's Message is: "Time Out Day!" Why Not?

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


“You know what day it is – go ahead and say it!”


Good “Wednesday & Hump Day!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in The Woodlands, TX — 26 July 2023!

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

“Even the best leaders need to take time out to relax, rewind, and recharge their batteries. Sometimes they need to take time out to think about an issue, solve a problem, or make a decision. Don’t forget about your people — they need a time out too. Maintain a clear view of what’s ahead of you — take a time out!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads:

“Happiness is...a friend taking time out for you.” — Unknown Author

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

“Sometimes it takes some time out on your own to find your way back home.” — Taylor Dane

“I need a time out! Send me to the beach and don’t let me come back till my attitude changes.” — Unknown Author

“We should take time out to really love; we should take time out to find out who we are.” — Lenny Kravitz

“It’s OK to take a little time out of your busy life to just focus on you.” — Unknown Author

“You are never too busy to take time out of your day for those who matter the most.” — Unknown Author

“Sometimes you need to be alone in order to reflect on life. Take time out to take care of yourself. You deserve it.” — Unknown Author

“Taking time out each day to relax and renew is essential to living well.” — Judith Hanson Lasater


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7 commentaires


gasman0617
gasman0617
26 juil. 2023

Good Wednesday afternoon Colonel.







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All great Robert. The first one was really funny. Thank you and enjoy the rest of your day brother.

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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
26 juil. 2023






Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sister here on VFV. I know people who do not seem to have enough time in the day, to take a time out. Time out is meant for refreshment of our energies, otherwise we will shorten our lives, due to not taking care of ourselves. Do you know of such a person? Have a blessed day today and always.


Taken from:https://revkory.wordpress.com/2016/04/24/this-weeks-sermon-time-out/


This Week’s Sermon – Time-out!

SCRIPTURE – Deuteronomy 5:12-15 – Observe the sabbath day and keep it holy, as the Lord your God commanded you. 13 Six days you shall labor and do all your work. 14 But the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord you…


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H Gene Lawrence
H Gene Lawrence
27 juil. 2023
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Thank you. Always my pleasure, Mikel. Blessings my friend.

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jackhokie68
jackhokie68
26 juil. 2023

Early in my career I learned the value of time out. Primarily because SAC forced you to do it both before and after significant events. As I've grown older I have also learned that you even need to take time out from time outs!



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Those time outs start to add up as we get older Jack. Thank you my friend.

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