Episode 043: 1965-02-06 | Finding My Grief Pt. 6

In this episode of Dearest Suzie, Popi writes to Suzie about financial concerns, a possible trip to Bangkok, and his efforts to send money home despite unexpected expenses. He reassures her that they are managing and reminds her not to stress about savings while they are apart. His letter, unfinished due to a missing page, leaves lingering questions about his thoughts in that moment. Accompanied by a photo from Hawaii, today’s episode explores not only Popi’s plans but also reflections on his return from war, his struggles with vulnerability, and the impact of his service on his family. What’s Covered: Popi’s financial sacrifices and concerns for Suzie A possible trip to Bangkok and buying a sapphire The realities of managing life apart Family reflections on how Vietnam changed him A look at his later years and how he coped with illness 📷 Featured Photo: A snapshot from Hawaii, featuring a storefront for Japanese Airlines, Dairy Queen, and other businesses—a reminder of the trip that might never have happened. 🔔 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe! I’ll be posting new episodes regularly, sharing letters and stories from exactly 60 years ago, as written by my grandfather. Follow Dearest Suzie on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1GwqPyO061k0iaQRKwfjoQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearestsuziepodcast/ X: https://x.com/DearestSuziePod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dearestsuziepodcast 📧 Have a story to share or want to reach out? Email me at [email protected] — I’d love to hear from you! VietnamWar #HueyHelicopter #MilitaryHistory #WarLetters #FamilyHistory #InheritTheStories