Chinese Techno Music

Brooke and Barb, I don't know how often you check my blog, especially considering my track record of never posting anything, but this blog is for you guys!

When I was in China with these 2 girls we decided to try working out on days that were too cold or rainy to Chinese techno music. It works great because it has that lovely constant beat the whole time. I don't know that I could really listen to this music any other time. Anways, I have revived the Chinese techno workout and I am going on 3 days of successful increased heart rate! Good times! I don't know why I didn't think of doing this sooner during the winter months. I just put Grant in his swing and he watches his crazy mom move around to even crazier music. It isn't really anything too fancy since I'm making it up as I go. Basically, it's just like a step/kickboxing routine without a step or really much kickboxing. :) But it does get my heart rate up and wears me out pretty good.

Maybe I'll start adding Tai Chi in for my cool down. I've got the outfit, so there is a good chance I could look as cool as these guys. :)

Just Believe in Yourself!

So my mom takes my little brother, Stone, to the Library every Wednesday for Storytime and to pick out new books. (Stone's only 4 and can already read like a champion.) Anyways a few weeks ago they were there at the library and my mom was trying to get Stone to help her pick out a few new books. Now as much as Stone loves books and reading he loves playing with other kids even more. He loves to spend his time "visiting" and playing with the other kids and he is a SUPER friendly little guy. :) So this time my mom was trying to get him to come help her get his books and he says to her, "Oh, you can do it. Just believe in yourself." She got a good kick out of that and went ahead and picked the books for him.

I thought it was a pretty funny story and wanted to share it. But I was also thinking about this a few nights ago when I couldn't fall asleep. (I like to write blogs when I have trouble falling asleep. Do you like how I never actually post any of these blogs?) Anyways, I was thinking that maybe I need to listen to Stone's wisdom and believe in myself a little more. I mean, I think I am capable of doing things but the problem is that I think and typically do not act. My belief in myself usually ends with the belief part and I need to be better and "going and doing." So this week I am Believing in Myself! I am setting some goals and I am going to accomplish them!

So everyone, you can pick out library books all by yourself too, if you just believe in yourself.

The Dividing Effect of Miracles

For anyone who might be interested, I wrote a paper for the student religious symposium recently and it was accepted to be presented. The topic was the dividing effect of miracles. It centers on scriptural examples where a miracle was witnessed by a group of people and the group of people divide with very polar opinions. Some know the miracle was an act of God while others claim that it was of the devil. I looked further into the motives and characteristics of the 2 groups of people. If anyone has the time and wants to come see: I will be presenting at 2:00 on Friday. Room 3222 of the Wilkinson Student Center.

American Idol Predictions

Let it be known here and now that I, Chris Barlow, predict that David Archuleta will win American Idol Season 7. Stamp it. Notarize it. This is my prediction.

Jenny and I have been watching it faithfully this season and I think he's been my favorite since day one. For those who doubt my credibility, the last time I had that gut feeling was during Carrie Underwoods first tryout. Hopefully, he'll still serve a mission though even after he's famous. Some of my other favorites: Syesha Mercado, David Cook, & Asia’h Epperson.