December 22, 1971: Just One Christmas, Then Forever
Send us a text On Wednesday, December 22, 1971, Sarah and Dick write from opposite sides of the world as Christmas approaches and the weight of waiting deepens. Dick writes from Bien Hoa, quieter and more tired now, passing time, counting days, and imagining the family waiting on the other side of war. Sarah writes from San Antonio, deeply pregnant, emotional, funny, and surrounded by friends, phone calls, errands, and holiday rituals. Between the lines, both letters carry an unspoken awarene...
On Wednesday, December 22, 1971, Sarah and Dick write from opposite sides of the world as Christmas approaches and the weight of waiting deepens. Dick writes from Bien Hoa, quieter and more tired now, passing time, counting days, and imagining the family waiting on the other side of war. Sarah writes from San Antonio, deeply pregnant, emotional, funny, and surrounded by friends, phone calls, errands, and holiday rituals. Between the lines, both letters carry an unspoken awareness of risk — and a tenderness that feels like nothing should be left unsaid.
The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged between Capt. Richard Allgood and Capt. Sarah Allgood during the Vietnam War. Photos of the original letters, family snapshots, and behind-the-scenes commentary are available for supporters.
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