In this episode of Dearest Suzie, Bill Lowie reflects on receiving letters from home, his thoughts on family trips, and the daily grind of his work in Vietnam. Amid the letter’s warmth and pragmatism, we delve into the art of photography, exploring how Popi captured moments in a warzone with his 35mm film camera—preserving history one frame at a time.

Accompanied by a blurry, dreamlike photo of Charlie sitting on the ground and eating, today’s episode highlights the beauty of film photography and its role in Popi’s legacy.

What’s Covered:

• Bill’s reflections on family, travel, and the pace of life in Vietnam.


• An in-depth exploration of the 35mm film photography process.


• The significance of Popi’s photos in preserving his wartime experiences.

📷 Featured Photo: A blurry yet evocative image of Charlie sitting on the ground, shirted and mid-meal—a favorite from Popi’s collection.

🔔 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 dearestsuziepodcast@gmail.com — I’d love to hear from you!

VietnamWar #FilmPhotography #MilitaryHistory #FamilyStories #InheritTheStories