Pottery By Chris Burch

This is the blog for my Pottery and Inspiration. Enjoy!

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I’ve spent my life focused on the results of my work, but not the work itself. I am learning to take things one step at a time and have shifted my focal point to the effort that I put into whatever it is that I do and finding joy in the struggle. Of course, the results matter and will definitely come in time. What’s more critical to me though, is that I consistently try! Thanks to @rpuertos for the motivation this morning!!! (at Manitou Incline) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByAbT27grsD/?igshid=bk7wdqgy85tv

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This journey I’m on has so many twists and turns. I am stronger with each step I take, and even though the road ahead is obscured at times by fear and doubt, I walk on. It’s so easy to compare myself to others who are further along on their fitness path and it’s easy to lose confidence and want to stop. What I have tried to do is quiet the inner voice and ignore those whispers of negativity. What matters is my effort and how much I am willing to give. It took many years of me neglecting my diet and my body to get to the place I was, and it is going to take time to get to the point where I am satisfied with who I am again. I’m not waiting until tomorrow anymore, which is a huge change for me. THE TIME IS NOW! (at Manitou Incline) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxsYU8PDfnL/?igshid=1r819ec2aytl

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Enjoying this beautiful Colorado sunshine. Have a great day!!!!! (at Colorado Springs, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxXrAADg2aE/?igshid=138ikchwuvbn9

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4th time on the Incline in 3 weeks. I’m feeling stronger. In fact, I made it to the bailout point without stopping today. It was tough, but it felt AMAZING! The fog and light snow that was falling made for an incredible experience. Will do it again on Sunday! Special thanks to Rolando, James and Patrick for your support and motivation! (at Manitou Incline Hike) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxSUWk-A4C1/?igshid=1fhaflpxtmb9o

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I have grown tired of that internal conversation saying, “I’ll get to it tomorrow or next week.” I am fed up with my own excuses. If I don’t get serious about my fitness goals, I will never achieve them. I got up at 4am this morning and did the incline. I thought about stopping at the bail out point, but I ignored that feeling, and I went to the top! Such satisfaction when I finished. Next incline day this Friday. May the 4th be with you! (at Manitou Springs, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxDA7b-gGy8/?igshid=jragtfjmt0x8

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I have grown tired of that internal conversation saying, “I’ll get to it tomorrow or next week.” I am fed up with my own excuses. If I don’t get serious about my fitness goals, I will never achieve them. I got up at 4am this morning and did the incline. I thought about stopping at the bail out point, but I ignored that feeling, and I went to the top! Such satisfaction when I finished. Next incline day this Friday. May the 4th be with you! (at Manitou Springs, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/BxDA0vegruM/?igshid=5ao7dy8v006y

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The Blood Goblet (at Front Range BBQ) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw3CVZsA3Jx/?igshid=12ilbbcu7wurv

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TRON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (at Manitou Springs Penny Arcade) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwiHO_-AEFL/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=h6f1saj6wb4v

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EASTER EGGS! https://www.instagram.com/p/BwfNA9qA4Id/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=k3ofjxknflry

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Here’s to the first day of the rest of my life! @jensincero (at Colorado Springs, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwSzgY4Ar_0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ozwd48jga5ih

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Feeling #nostalgic. Hoping to #getbackinthestudio soon! I haven’t had my #handsintheclay since June. #ugh #specialthanks to @hendophoto for this #spectacular #image! #youretheman TJ! https://www.instagram.com/p/BqBp2ElA-Rt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mp58u77c3sfg

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As the #wheel #turns . . . . . . . . . . @newmexicoclay (at Colorado Springs, Colorado)

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#throwindown some #trimming with TJ @hendophoto (at Colorado Springs, Colorado)

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#punisher #mug (at Colorado Springs, Colorado)

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#whatsinaname #potterybychrisburch (at Colorado Springs, Colorado)

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#manitousprings #winefest today until 5pm. Come by and see me!!! (at Manitou Springs Colorado Wine Festival)

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I had the #absolutejoy of having the #amazingly #talented #TJ of @hendophoto in my #studio this evening for a #photoshoot. I had such a #greattime and he made me feel like a #famous person! As one who tends to duck away in the face of getting the attention of others, I barely knew he was there taking #pictures. What a #tremendous #experience! #thankyou TJ! I #cantwait to see the #photos!!!!! (at Colorado Springs, Colorado)