Bill,
KBR (a subsidiary of Halliburton) pretty much runs most of the logistics support in certain areas (e.g., food, laundry, etc.) and they do a fairly decent job all considered. I read something the other day where KBR is losing their shirt over since the contract was bid way low - don't know if that's true, but they're here and provide most of what we need fairly efficiently.
Now, the food they provide .... well, let's just say it's glorified cafeteria food. Better than MREs to be sure, but like anything else one does over and over, it gets old very quickly. Suffice to say I eat a lot of sandwiches.
Government basses - actually, when the government does things like that they do pretty well. I've played Fenders at music centers on several posts. Not an Alembic, but better than that Hondo II! Now, how much they paid for it ... another matter entirely!
Kevin,
Will try to get some good pix when I get the bass here.
All,
I'm quite safe all things considered, but I truly appreciate the support and concern. No place is completely safe, but as things go I don't think I'll have any problems getting home in one piece if things continue as they are. One never knows, but the prospects are promising.
Anyway, I'm truly looking forward to this one (and my Entwistle Series II custom I have on the way - my present to me for this tour). I've been going nuts without anything to play here in the hours I am not working. Can't wait to get it.
Best regards,
Alan
