During OIF I, we had hardly any amenities at all. We drank hot water, ate T-rats and slept in pools of sweat.
We wrestled, played spades on MRE boxes and talked #### to each other for entertainment when we weren't busy.
It was the greatest time of my life.
In subsequent tours, with increased amenities, I longed for the days of roughing it. I can't really explain why.
I think that providing soldiers with all these things might make them forget where they are and what they are there to do.
I whole heartedly support this decision.
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