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.