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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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COL Mikel Burroughs good read/share: for the Colonel's Motivational Quotes of the Day. Where the mighty American Bald Eagles roam in the mighty MOUNTAINS OF CASTLE ROCK, COLORADO AMONG THEIR EAGLES-NEST. I know the view must be MAGNIFICENT on this day October 4, 2020 as you might glance upon the mighty snow capped mountains headed into the month of November. As you know I would respond a lot throughout the week, but I am full-time DOD employee doing contracts for the Defense Contracting Management Agency. It is good to have some time on the weekend before I start my running around to respond my friend.

Today's theme is “Astonishment Day!” I quote, “I shall continue to explore - the astonishment of living.” — Enid Bagnold

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SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs - roger that on the response, let me say, I LOVE THE
"The Colonel’s Motivational Quotes of the Day!" You can't beat this READ/SHARE IF YOU TRIED YOUR HARDEST AND THEN SOME! POWERFUL AND INSPIRATIONAL.

I NEED IT (THE READ/SHARE) COLONEL!!!!!!!


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MSG Felipe De Leon Brown
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in regards to Carnegie's observation, I am astonished that more people haven't figured out that pursuing riches has rarely led to genuine happiness. That happiest people in existence have always been they who choose the simple life.
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LTC Stephen F.
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I hope that you are somewhat astonished at the fact the LORD chose you for eternal salvation. I expect you realize neither you nor I have the right to take credit for our salvation. By HIS grace, HE imputed the righteousness of the Christ to our own account. ‘'So Peter opened his mouth and said: “Truly I understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him.' [Acts 10:34-35 ESV] my brother-in-Christ SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL.

I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Do not be astonished at what the LORD is doing in this nation and the nations of the world. HE has allowed SARS-CoV-2 to spread and radicalized looters, rioters, anti-family and faith fools, and anarchists to rampage for a time for HIS purposes. HE is always just and destruction will fall on those who abuse freedom and encourage rebellion and licentiousness in HIS perfect timing through HIS ordained means.
I pray for protection, wisdom and unification in purpose, shared intelligence among the police forces, federal agents and others engaged in law enforcement and public safety. I pray for an increase of police and community relationship and trust.
I pray that those who foment rebellion, hatred for others of different faiths, skin color, ethnicity will be awed in the sense of overwhelming fear soon. Thwart their plans dear God and ensure their plans are executed on themselves as a fowler is snared in his/her own net.
I pray that you and your family members sleep well Sunday night and will awake refreshed and healthy on Monday morning.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich
God of Wonders by Third Day
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CBNE25rtnE
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Thank you for your Quote Topic of the day, Burroughs' Posse Leader... 58° with 62% humidity and winds NNW 4 mph... I slept in this morning so am finishing breakfast as I type this... More to follow!

“Astonishment Day!” Why Not?

My quote:
"We take for granted what God has given every creature on Earth... As small as a virus, and as large as an elephant. Creatures all and of all we are a part... There are good and there are bad, but we all make up and are a part of the astonishment of LIFE. God has provided Man with intelligent brains, less so for other creatures... Humans are the stewards of the Earth and as stewards, we must be the protectors of other creatures, we must protect the weak, and we must take care of the old...Think what it would be like if we all behaved the way God intended." Kerry F. Harkins October 4, 2020

1) "There’s nothing better than discovering, to your own astonishment, what you’re meant to do. It’s like falling in love." - Mike Nichols

2) "Vex not thy spirit at the course of things; they heed not thy vexation. How ludicrous and outlandish is astonishment at anything that may happen in life." - Marcus Aurelius

3) " I wanted to become the seeker, the aroused and passionate explorer, and it was better to go at it knowing nothing at all, always choosing the unmarked bottle, always choosing your own unproven method, armed with nothing but faith and a belief in astonishment." - Pat Conroy

4) "In every landscape, the point of astonishment is the meeting of the sky and the earth, and that is seen from the first hillock as well as from the top of the Alleghanies. The stars at night stoop down over the brownest, homeliest common, with all the spiritual magnificence which they shed on the Campagna, or on the marble deserts of Egypt." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

5) "We are at war with the most dangerous enemy that has ever faced mankind in his long climb from the swamp to the stars, and it has been said if we lose that war, and in so doing lose this way of freedom of ours, history will record with the greatest astonishment that those who had the most to lose did the least to prevent its happening." - Ronald Reagan

6) "Is it not better to intimate our astonishment as we pass through this world if it be only for a moment ere we are swallowed up in the yeast of the abyss? I will lift up my hands and say Kosmos." - Ralph Waldo Emerson

It is up to all of us to become better stewards of the Earth and remember that...

“Astonishing leaders will lead by who they really are and what they truly represent — they don’t need a fancy title.” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
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Sgt (Join to see) - Awesome personal quote this morning Kerry - thank you. Thanks for the additional quotes you added as well my friend. I hope you and yours have a great Sunday afternoon brother...

"We can all be astonished by the great connections and lasting friendships we've made here on RallyPoint. Some of us have had the time and resources to travel around the country to meet some great individuals at "Meet and Greets" over the last several years (your truly "the Colonel") and it has been astonishing meeting so many great leaders across this country that are Warriors who served this country. May you always be astonished by the camaraderie here on RallyPoint camaraderie that has been established here by so many; may you always have the best attitude and professionalism with your brothers and sisters in arms; may you keep yourself in the best possible condition to carry on that mission into the future; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, healthy is the days to come. Wow, be astonished in what you all truly mean to each other." — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs - Thank you once again for your meaningful comments, which are genuinely warmly received...
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LTC Stephen F.
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I hope that you are somewhat astonished at the fact the LORD chose you for eternal salvation. I expect you realize neither you nor I have the right to take credit for our salvation. By HIS grace, HE imputed the righteousness of the Christ to our own account. ‘'So Peter opened his mouth and said: “Truly I understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him.' [Acts 10:34-35 ESV] my brother-in-Christ Sgt (Join to see).

I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Do not be astonished at what the LORD is doing in this nation and the nations of the world. HE has allowed SARS-CoV-2 to spread and radicalized looters, rioters, anti-family and faith fools, and anarchists to rampage for a time for HIS purposes. HE is always just and destruction will fall on those who abuse freedom and encourage rebellion and licentiousness in HIS perfect timing through HIS ordained means.
I pray for protection, wisdom and unification in purpose, shared intelligence among the police forces, federal agents and others engaged in law enforcement and public safety. I pray for an increase of police and community relationship and trust.
I pray that those who foment rebellion, hatred for others of different faiths, skin color, ethnicity will be awed in the sense of overwhelming fear soon. Thwart their plans dear God and ensure their plans are executed on themselves as a fowler is snared in his/her own net.
I pray that you and your family members sleep well Sunday night and will awake refreshed and healthy on Monday morning.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich
God of Wonders by Third Day
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There are "leaders" and then there are Natural Leaders.
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LTC Greg Henning
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CW5 Jack Cardwell You are 100% correct. We see that everyday in my school with certain students.
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COL Mikel J. Burroughs
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Amen to that CW5 Jack Cardwell - thanks brother for dropping in and have a great Sunday...

"We can all be astonished by the great connections and lasting friendships we've made here on RallyPoint. Some of us have had the time and resources to travel around the country to meet some great individuals at "Meet and Greets" over the last several years (your truly "the Colonel") and it has been astonishing meeting so many great leaders across this country that are Warriors who served this country. May you always be astonished by the camaraderie here on RallyPoint camaraderie that has been established here by so many; may you always have the best attitude and professionalism with your brothers and sisters in arms; may you keep yourself in the best possible condition to carry on that mission into the future; and keep your family safe, secure, happy, healthy is the days to come. Wow, be astonished in what you all truly mean to each other." — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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LTC Stephen F.
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I hope that you are somewhat astonished at the fact the LORD chose you for eternal salvation. I expect you realize neither you nor I have the right to take credit for our salvation. By HIS grace, HE imputed the righteousness of the Christ to our own account. ‘'So Peter opened his mouth and said: “Truly I understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him.' [Acts 10:34-35 ESV] my brother-in-Christ CW5 Jack Cardwell.

I pray that each parent of young children treats their spouse/partner with respect. I pray they work together to encourage the child/children to explore the world around them and never discourage the wonder children feel. ‘Whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him if a great millstone were hung around his neck and he were thrown into the sea.’ [Mark 9:42 ESV].
Do not be astonished at what the LORD is doing in this nation and the nations of the world. HE has allowed SARS-CoV-2 to spread and radicalized looters, rioters, anti-family and faith fools, and anarchists to rampage for a time for HIS purposes. HE is always just and destruction will fall on those who abuse freedom and encourage rebellion and licentiousness in HIS perfect timing through HIS ordained means.
I pray for protection, wisdom and unification in purpose, shared intelligence among the police forces, federal agents and others engaged in law enforcement and public safety. I pray for an increase of police and community relationship and trust.
I pray that those who foment rebellion, hatred for others of different faiths, skin color, ethnicity will be awed in the sense of overwhelming fear soon. Thwart their plans dear God and ensure their plans are executed on themselves as a fowler is snared in his/her own net.
I pray that you and your family members sleep well Sunday night and will awake refreshed and healthy on Monday morning.
By the power and authority of the Name above all names, Jesus the Christ
FYI COL Mikel J. Burroughs PO3 Charles Streich
God of Wonders by Third Day
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CBNE25rtnE
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