July 9, 1971: Friendship, Cherry Cheesecake, and 60 Days to Go
Send us a text In this letter from July 9, 1971, Sarah leans into the lifelines that are getting her through: her deep love for Dick, the baby growing inside her, and the women around her who keep showing up. From cherry cheesecake and grocery runs to tearful toasts and going-away parties, her community in San Antonio becomes a stand-in for the partner she misses so badly. Jan, Pam, and others help her prepare for a farewell dinner—one filled with emotion, laughter, and quiet strength. Even...
In this letter from July 9, 1971, Sarah leans into the lifelines that are getting her through: her deep love for Dick, the baby growing inside her, and the women around her who keep showing up. From cherry cheesecake and grocery runs to tearful toasts and going-away parties, her community in San Antonio becomes a stand-in for the partner she misses so badly.
Jan, Pam, and others help her prepare for a farewell dinner—one filled with emotion, laughter, and quiet strength. Even in the middle of the loneliness and the postal delays, Sarah finds moments of comfort and connection. She’s counting down—only 60 days to go—and holding on to the belief that everything will be worth it once they’re back in each other’s arms.
This is a letter about friendship, endurance, and the quiet beauty of being held by the people who show up when love is far away.
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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