“Uplifting Downloads,” Friend, May 2014, 46
Uplifting Downloads
At first I wasn’t too excited to look at songs on LDS.org. Still, I was curious …
One Saturday morning I found myself glaring at the mess of clothes, trash, and toys littering my bedroom. I wanted to be outside, not cleaning my room. Sighing, I placed my headphones into my ears and started cleaning.
Soon I began to get tired of my same old songs. I talked to Mom, who suggested we put a few new songs on my MP3 player. I began thinking of favorite songs I wanted to add.
Then Dad reminded me of a website where I could download Church music for free: youth.lds.org. At first I wasn’t too excited about the idea. I kept thinking instead about popular songs on the radio. Still, I was curious, so I decided to give these new songs a try.
As I looked at the list, I found many songs labeled “Especially for Youth.” I clicked on one. I loved it! I downloaded almost all of the EFY songs. Once we finished I went downstairs and began to clean. The EFY songs were upbeat, like the other songs I listened to, but they also had inspiring messages. The music picked me up and kept me moving beyond the time it took me to clean my room. All day long I found myself working and helping people. I had found my working tool!
Since then I have used these songs in a lot of ways. I have used them for parties, cleaning, exercising, family home evening, and creative thinking. I’m still discovering new ways to use them. I am grateful for the songs on the Church youth website.
Five Fun Things to Do Online!
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Talk to Grandma and Grandpa or other family members through video chat.
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Explore history, science, and other subjects.
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Read stories, play games, and watch videos at friend.lds.org.
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Create a family video. Ask a parent to help you share it with your family online.
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Make a yummy treat from a recipe you find online.
Remember to ask a parent for permission when searching the Web or downloading apps or music.