Music

     I was thinking today about music. Music is so wonderful! I was thinking about what instruments the early saints had on their journey west and as they settled in Utah. Probably violins, harmonicas, and other simple instruments. Everyone brought at least one instrument with them though. Even we bring this instrument with us every day to campus! Our voices! The early saints were instructed by the lord to sing and to dance when they were happy! (D&C 136:28).

     What an incredible instrument the voice is. It is the only instrument made by the Lord himself. What a blessing it is to be able to speak, to hum, to sing, and just to vocalize.  We are so blessed! I personally love to sing. I was raised tang voice lessons and have been privileged to sing in many wonderful groups and choirs. The anatomy of the voice never ceases to amaze me. In anatomy we were able to learn about the digestive system which included the voice! The larynx, the pharynx, epiglottis, glottis, and the true and false vocal chords. It was so amazing to me to see it and see how it functions and works. Just another inspiring moment in anatomy class.

     The next time you listen to someone else or say something, take a moment and be grateful for your voice. It truly is a miraculous instrument.