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

“Be happy, be optimistic, and be open to change  Find that unique thing or purpose that drives you!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs 


What really drives you?  Think about it!
Today's Message is: "Drives You Day!" Why Not?


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

 

Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” today and every day until they return home safely once again!


 

Good “R.E.D. Friday!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters,” and all great connections.  Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — 7 June 2024!

 

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

 

“Motivated and inspired leaders are driven to achieve the impossible.  They’re focused on the right direction, not how fast they can get there.  Great leaders set out to make a difference, improve themselves, and to help others improve.  If your passion drives you as a leader then show up every day with excitement and enthusiasm!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs 



More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

 

“Perseverence, determination, commitment, and courage those things are real.  The desire for redemption drives you.” — Michael Phelps

 

“Daily Motivation.  Don’t let fear hold you back.  Let it be the fuel that drives you towards your dreams.” — Unknown Author


 

“Find your purpose.  Define it and make it the core of what drives you.” — Steve Gililand

 

“When you wake up every morning, what drives you?  If you want to live a life of success, happiness and fulfillment.  You must find your purpose.” — Unknown Author



“If your soul is what drives you, you will never find yourself lost.” — Unknown Author

  

“Motivation starts your engine, determination drives you there.” — Michael Joseph


 

“If you have a sense of purpose that drives you, then aim high and become a leader and make room as you go.” — Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

 

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Many thanks, Mikel. It was a good start of the day. Linda is fly to Seattle to attend a Grandson’s wedding today. She will return home tomorrow night. Blessings.

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What drives one is totally meaningless to another which is why I have such a hard time with motivational speakers who try to mold people into their image. Your experiences, training, and gut are what should be driving you.



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That is a great example for trying to find out yourself what drives you Jack. Great point and excellent quote my friend. Have a great afternoon and evening! Thank you!

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Good morning Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. Let God’s Holy Spirit guide you as you strive to drive out the darkness in the world around us. Have a blessed day today and always.


Taken from:https://understandingthegospel.org/explore-the-gospel/short-articles/can-light-drive-out-the-darkness/


Can Light Drive Out The Darkness?

'Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.’ - Martin Luther King, Jr.

Can Light Drive Out The Darkness?

Martin Luther King Junior was born in 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia; he became a Baptist minister and social activist, leading the Civil Rights Movement in the United States from the mid-1950s until he was assassinated in 1968.

Through peaceful demonstration and…


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Another excellent post Gene. Enjoyed seeing you this morning. You were in good spirits my friend. Thank you and give our best to Linda!

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