One thing I've learned, without a doubt, is that soldiers are industrious. If they don't have something and want it, they'll find a way to get it. That rule of thumb certain applies here in Afghanistan. Whether it's getting their hands on needed supplies for a project or finding a way to make music, they'll make it happen. Several weeks ago, Toby Keith came to FOB Sharana to entertain the soldiers here. Shortly after, SGT Bob Persch set out to get his hands on a guitar or two. He was aware of a few soldiers who play, and he wanted to take some time to improve his own abilities. Unfortunately, no one here had a guitar to use. Now they do.
SGT Persch began thumbing through a magazine and locating different retailers, asking for help. He's made a few friends along the way. One of whom, Robin Weber, has made a significant contribution toward filling the request in every way possible. Her business specializes in the sale of fine, acoustic stringed instruments. Offering mainly high end, handmade acoustic guitars, they cater to the discerning musician in search of exceptional tone, craftsmanship, and playability. Not only has Robin graciously offered to help, she has taken it a step further in starting a program geared toward spreading the word. Visit her website to see what her business has to offer or go directly to the link she's provided for more information about the program, Guitars 4 Troops.
Below are just a few of the instruments sent to our soldiers so far...and a few shots of the happiness she's helped bring to them.
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