The Colonel’s Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
The Colonel’s Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Wednesday & Hump Day!” Afternoon “Burroughs’ Posse,” and all great connections. Welcome from the “Eagle’s Nest” in Castle Rock, CO! — 7 April 2021!
Today’s Message is: “Expect Great Things Day!” Why Not?
“What great things do you expect from Leaders? Someone you can count on, a sense of urgency, collaborative, thoughtful leadership, passionate about new possibilities, and an executive/commanding stature.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Join Warriors for Life (WFL) with Volunteer & Veteran SSgt Alia Schenck TONIGHT as part of Victory for Veterans, Inc continued WFL Group Support providing "Peer-to-Peer" Support where "Sharing is Caring!"
Invite a Friend, tell a friend, and share with your friends!
Get connected, get involved, with Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, Military Families/Spouses, and Caretakers every Wednesday Night!
TONIGHT's Topic: "Dealing with Shame!"
https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/tune-in-tonight-for-warriors-for-life-wfl-dealing-with-shame
Drop in Thursday evening with Volunteer, Veteran & Mental Health Peer Specialist SSG Derrick Iozzio – Topic: "Lights! Camera! Action!"
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The Quote in the Picture Today Reads: “Pray for great things. Expect great things. Work for great things, but above all pray.” — R.A. Torrey
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“She quietly expected great things to happen to her, and no doubt that’s one of the reasons why they did.” — Unknown Author
“Expect great things from God, attempt great things for God.” — William Carey
“You must expect great things of yourself before you can do
them.” — Michael Jordan
“Expect great things, and great things will come.” — Norman Vincent Peale
“If you can’t do great things, do small things in a great way.” — Napoleon Hill
“Great things are not accomplished by those who yield to trends and fads and popular opinion.” — Jack Kerouac
“You can’t expect great things to come to you all the time. You have to go find great things or create greatness.” — Unknown Author
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“Remember this always and the meaning runs deep for all those who’ve served this great nation: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life!' " — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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To do great things you have to be willing to put yourself out there, step outside your comfort zone and keep at it. Every effort you make is worthwhile and helpful and none is wasted. We can build on what we accomplish to do even bigger and better things.
SSG Derrick Iozzio SGT Steve McFarland MAJ Karen Wall SSgt Alia Schenck Jennifer Freund SFC Melvin Brandenburg SGT Steve McFarland SGT Randal Groover PO2 (Join to see) SGT Mark Anderson Cpl (Join to see) PO3 Bob McCord SSG Robert Mark Odom Sgt Mark Doty SGT Philip Keys Lt Col Scott Shuttleworth TSgt David Whitmore SPC Mike Lake LTC Vincent Moore
“There is nothing wrong with setting the bar high and expecting greats things out of yourself. Why not? Sometimes you have to go out find those things or create them, you can’t expect them just to show up all the time. That leads to me a great quote by a great basketball player that pushed himself every day on the court…
‘You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.’ — Michael Jordan
May you always have the right positive attitude to go out do great things for yourself and others; may your mind, body, and soul be opened to grace, goodness, peace, forgiveness, and a continued bountiful life of purpose; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, and healthy. It’s never too late to expect and do great things.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Drop in TONIGHT and Expect great things out of Victory for Veteran’s exciting and dynamic Volunteer and Veteran SSgt Alia Schenck as she talks about "Dealing with Shame!"
https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/tune-in-tonight-for-warriors-for-life-wfl-dealing-with-shame
Tune in TONIGHT for Warriors for Life (WFL) - "Dealing with Shame!" | RallyPoint
Join Warriors for Life (WFL) with Volunteer & Veteran TONIGHT as part of Victory for Veterans, Inc continued WFL Group Support providing "Peer-to-Peer" Support where "Sharing is Caring!" Invite a Friend, tell a friend, and share with your friends! Get connected, get involved, with Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, Military Families/Spouses, and Caretakers every Wednesday Night! TONIGHT's Topic: "Dealing with Shame!" If you've ever...
It is: “Expect Great Things Day!” I bet if you look around, you will find great things happening today...
My Personal Quote:
"In order to do great things, you must do all of the small things first." Kerry F. Harkins, April 7, 2021
"To achieve great things, two things are needed; a plan, and not quite enough time." - Leonard Bernstein
"I can do things you cannot, you can do things I cannot; together we can do great things." - Mother Teresa
"Don't be afraid to take a big step if one is indicated. You can't cross a chasm in two small jumps." -David Lloyd George
"Great things in business are never done by one person, they're done by a team of people." - Steve Jobs
"Great things are achieved by talented people who are absolutely convinced that they not only can but will achieve them." - Warren G. Bennis
In summary...
“What great things do you expect from Leaders? Someone you can count on, a sense of urgency, collaborative, thoughtful leadership, passionate about new possibilities, and an executive/commanding stature.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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“There is nothing wrong with setting the bar high and expecting greats things out of yourself. Why not? Sometimes you have to go out find those things or create them, you can’t expect them just to show up all the time. That leads to me a great quote by a great basketball player that pushed himself every day on the court…
‘You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.’ — Michael Jordan
May you always have the right positive attitude to go out do great things for yourself and others; may your mind, body, and soul be opened to grace, goodness, peace, forgiveness, and a continued bountiful life of purpose; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, and healthy. It’s never too late to expect and do great things.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
“There is nothing wrong with setting the bar high and expecting greats things out of yourself. Why not? Sometimes you have to go out find those things or create them, you can’t expect them just to show up all the time. That leads to me a great quote by a great basketball player that pushed himself every day on the court…
‘You must expect great things of yourself before you can do them.’ — Michael Jordan
May you always have the right positive attitude to go out do great things for yourself and others; may your mind, body, and soul be opened to grace, goodness, peace, forgiveness, and a continued bountiful life of purpose; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, and healthy. It’s never too late to expect and do great things.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Drop in TONIGHT and Expect great things out of Victory for Veteran’s exciting and dynamic Volunteer and Veteran SSgt Alia Schenck as she talks about "Dealing with Shame!"
https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/tune-in-tonight-for-warriors-for-life-wfl-dealing-with-shame
Tune in TONIGHT for Warriors for Life (WFL) - "Dealing with Shame!" | RallyPoint
Join Warriors for Life (WFL) with Volunteer & Veteran TONIGHT as part of Victory for Veterans, Inc continued WFL Group Support providing "Peer-to-Peer" Support where "Sharing is Caring!" Invite a Friend, tell a friend, and share with your friends! Get connected, get involved, with Veterans, Service Members, First Responders, Military Families/Spouses, and Caretakers every Wednesday Night! TONIGHT's Topic: "Dealing with Shame!" If you've ever...