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Welcome, "ONE AND ALL" to the R.E.D. FRIDAY, January 16, 2026, edition of The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
“Focus on your path and trust yourself when you feel like you’re behind in life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
You're not behind. You're on your own timeline.
Today's Message is: "BEHIND DAY!" - Why Not?
Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day until they come home!
Good “R.E.D. Friday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Costa Rica — January 16, 2026
My quotes and message today were inspired by a very good friend Alfred Sevilla
“Behind every great leader are the people that make things happen. It’s a strong support system of dedicated people and followers who have been inspired by a leader with integrity and clear vision of the future! What’s behind you?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“The task ahead of you, is never as great as the power behind you!” — Unknown Author
“You are not behind in life. Your journey is just different to others and that’s okay.” — Unknown Author
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Be there for others but never leave yourself behind.” — Dodinsky
“If you don’t look ahead, you’ll always be behind.” — Harvey MacKay
“Remember, you can’t reach what’s in front of you until you let go of what’s behind you. Move forward without looking back.” — Unknown Author
“Don’t worry about what people say behind your back. They’re behind you for a reason.” — Unknown Author
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Join our Volunteer, Army Combat Medic Veteran, & Music Writer/Producer Mike Williams TONIGHT for "Mike Check" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "When You Feel Empty!"
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mike Check" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Friday (TONIGHT), January 16, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
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Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV! Check out the times below and how to connect through Zoom!
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country. It’s about “Honor & Respect Always – Warriors for Life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
________________________________ ✼✼☼✼✼ ______________________________
“Focus on your path and trust yourself when you feel like you’re behind in life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
You're not behind. You're on your own timeline.
Today's Message is: "BEHIND DAY!" - Why Not?
Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day until they come home!
Good “R.E.D. Friday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Costa Rica — January 16, 2026
My quotes and message today were inspired by a very good friend Alfred Sevilla
“Behind every great leader are the people that make things happen. It’s a strong support system of dedicated people and followers who have been inspired by a leader with integrity and clear vision of the future! What’s behind you?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“The task ahead of you, is never as great as the power behind you!” — Unknown Author
“You are not behind in life. Your journey is just different to others and that’s okay.” — Unknown Author
“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Be there for others but never leave yourself behind.” — Dodinsky
“If you don’t look ahead, you’ll always be behind.” — Harvey MacKay
“Remember, you can’t reach what’s in front of you until you let go of what’s behind you. Move forward without looking back.” — Unknown Author
“Don’t worry about what people say behind your back. They’re behind you for a reason.” — Unknown Author
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
________________________________________________________________________
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds.
Join our Volunteer, Army Combat Medic Veteran, & Music Writer/Producer Mike Williams TONIGHT for "Mike Check" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "When You Feel Empty!"
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Mike Check" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Friday (TONIGHT), January 16, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/ [login to see] 8
________________________________________________________________________
Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV! Check out the times below and how to connect through Zoom!
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/ [login to see] 4
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country. It’s about “Honor & Respect Always – Warriors for Life!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
________________________________ ✼✼☼✼✼ ______________________________
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With the proper team the concept of being behind is simply an incentive.
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A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney
Somewhat Like Great Brittan's Boxer Day?
Not Exactly, But It Looks Relatively Close?
I Have NEVER Asked An Employee To Preform A Task Which I Have Not.
Reasoning: If The Employee Has A Problem With The Assignment, I Can Be Of Assistance And Show Him How To Do It Again, OR Preform The Task While Explaining The Procedures With Each Step., BUT, If I Can't Do It Either - You Guessed It --I Look Just As Stupid As Actually Am.
Not Exactly, But It Looks Relatively Close?
I Have NEVER Asked An Employee To Preform A Task Which I Have Not.
Reasoning: If The Employee Has A Problem With The Assignment, I Can Be Of Assistance And Show Him How To Do It Again, OR Preform The Task While Explaining The Procedures With Each Step., BUT, If I Can't Do It Either - You Guessed It --I Look Just As Stupid As Actually Am.
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But When You're 81 - And The Clock's Ticking Away While You're Hoping The Alarm
Won't Go Off Without Notice ! ~~ From Vertical To Horizontal In At The Speed Of Gravity-
"POOF" - He's Off And Running, Gone Outa Site !
- LMBO -
Won't Go Off Without Notice ! ~~ From Vertical To Horizontal In At The Speed Of Gravity-
"POOF" - He's Off And Running, Gone Outa Site !
- LMBO -
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Great analyzing and relatable like the clock being unheard. I like that commentary because numbers keep popping up and present darker tunnels, with no answer. Faith is tantamount but reality keeps butting in.
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A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney
One Of These Days When You Notice I'm Leaving Message But You Know I'm No Longer Around, May Be The 1st Time You'll Hear My Voice During The Night, Whispering:
-"I'm not dead, please pry open this box"-
-"I'm not dead, please pry open this box"-
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A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney - I remember watching 'Monk' and in one episode where Monk was trapped in a car and the car was buried with dirt. That caused a panic attack, because claustrophobia set in. I had a seizure on top of that, Whenever I contemplate being buried I often wonder "What if". What if I was still alive?
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The remedies need to expand and compassion can make a huge difference. I have seen affordable motels close or overcharge. This is where private and public businesses sponsor indivuals who need help. Even the vets can help. Many vets have service pets and emotional support animals but they need a warm bed, a nice meal. Even help with dog food. More can be done.
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A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney
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As Is Often Said: "When You Think You've Done Everything, There's Always 1 More Thing To Do" -- I Don't Know What It Is Though, Not A Clue. I'm Like Mary Poppins- "Perfect In Every Way" --- what a load...
As Is Often Said: "When You Think You've Done Everything, There's Always 1 More Thing To Do" -- I Don't Know What It Is Though, Not A Clue. I'm Like Mary Poppins- "Perfect In Every Way" --- what a load...
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