Posted on Jan 1, 2026
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Welcome, "ONE AND ALL" to the NEW YEAR, THURSDAY, JANUARY 1, 2026, EDITION OF THE “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!

“CELEBRATE LIFE THIS MORNING — New day, new month, & new year. Celebrate a new you!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Celebrate yourself at times. Nobody knows what it takes to be you.

Today's Message is: "CELEBRATE DAY!" - Why Not?

“Happy New Year's day 2026!”

Good “Thursday & Happy New Year 2026!” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome to the first day of the new year 2026 from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — January 1, 2026

“True leaders don’t lead with fear. They allow people to use their strengths, talents, and empower them with the freedom to use them. They celebrate people’s successes by recognizing their excellence and the contributions they provide. It’s not just about results; celebrate the effort!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc(VFV)
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More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:

“Celebrate what you want to see more of.” — Thomas J. Peters

“Take a moment today to simply be. Wherever you are, just breathe. Celebrate how far you’ve come. How much you’ve already achieved. Celebrate your strength. Your resilience. Your compassion. Your grace. Your effort. Stop thinking about all the things you still have to do, without stopping every so often to think about all the things you’ve already done. Celebrate it all . Celebrate you.” — Alysha Waghorn

“Celebrate every win. It doesn’t matter how big or small it is. Whether it’s closing on your first home, a new car, a new job, a little raise, better health, or 5 lbs. lost. All wins are worth celebrating, because you’re worth celebrating. Go ahead. Get your celebration on. Man that feels good.” — Joseph Andrus

“Make time to celebrate your accomplishments, no matter how big or small.” — Unknown Author

“Be the celebrators, celebrate! Already there is too much — the flowers have bloomed, the birds are singing, the sun is there in the sky — celebrate it! You are breathing and you are alive and have consciousness, celebrate it!” — Osho

“Celebrate life — in every moment, every mood no matter what you’re going through —joy or pain, success or struggle — remember, life itself is a gift. Not every day will be perfect. Some days will test you, others will bless you. But every day teaches you. Celebrate the small wins. Dance in the rain. Smile through the chaos. Laugh even when things don’t go as planned. Because one day, you’ll look back and realize that it was all part of the beautiful journey. Choose to celebrate life – not just when it’s easy, but especially when it’s hard. You’re alive. That’s your biggest power. Make it count!” — Unknown Author

“Life is too short not to celebrate nice moments!” — Jurgen Klopp

“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 Veteran & Peer Support Specialist/Supervisor Derrick Iozzio TONIGHT for "Forever Forward!" 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: "Another Year to Live!"

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Forever Forward!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Thursday (TONIGHT), January 1, 2026, @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET

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Drop in every Friday Morning for “It’s Coffee with Lauren” with Veteran/First Responder Supporter & Volunteer Facilitator Lauren 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 “It’s Coffee with Lauren” Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Friday 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


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Lt Col Charlie Brown
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Colleagues should take care of each other, have fun, celebrate success, learn by failure, look for reasons to praise not to criticize, communicate freely and respect each other.
-Richard Branson
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A1C Medrick "Rick" DeVaney
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But In Reality I'm A Firm Believer In
Being Our Brothers Keeper - - And Doing For Them
What You'd Want Them To Do For You -
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Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen
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It's important for leaders to celebrate, not ignore, every team success no matter how small. Experience has also taught that food is a great way to celebrate.
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...And so it is!
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Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen -- Lt Col Charlie Brown --Sgt (Join to see) --
That's Also Where A Kind Word Or Even A Small Complement Can Change An Entire Life For The Better
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My Guess Would Be About 2 - 3
Rum's And Coke Would Do it.
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