Encarnacion developed his relationships because he speaks the same language. No, not Arabic, but the language of music. But one night I decided to give the bongos a try and I joined in with the band. Later, I brought a couple of tapes with the Latin beat over, but I'm not sure if they really like it or not. When we play, we just keep up with each other.
Music transcends the language and cultural barriers.
Even on those nights I don't feel like playing, they're usually able to change my mind. Maybe it was because they knew they'd go home soon. Joe D'Andria, the logistics group first sergeant. Nevertheless, the desert wears on you. After 60 days in this environment, what seemed like a petty nuisance, at first, eventually becomes a major irritant.