Jit and Mai by RodS
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Here's something a little different - while I work on the next T.N.A. page and a few other projects.....
I've been going through a bunch of old negatives, and scanning them at 4800 DPI to preserve the images. Some of my older negs have begun to show signs of deterioration, so I'm concentrating on those.
This was taken in 1969-70, while I was stationed at Udorn Air Force Base in Udon-Thani, Thailand during the Vietnam 'experience.'
These two young ladies are "Jit" on the left, and "Mai" on the right. They were the "house girls" for our barracks. The house girls basically did all the laundry, and some cleaning. Each floor of the 3-story barracks had 2 house girls. At the time, it was one of the best jobs for the local young ladies. The girls that were fortunate enough to land jobs at the Air Base were considered very lucky by their peers.
No, they did not dress for work the way you see Jit and Mai here. These girls probably spent a good couple months' wages on the dresses you see here. They wore the dresses this day just to be my 'models.' :-D
I was always kidding them, and talking to them - and taking photos of them. I learned a little Thai, and taught them a little English. They were always bringing me different fruits and local produce to try - most of it was quite delicious. Unlike a lot of the other guys, I tried to make them feel like they were more than mere house girls, and I think that made them feel good. They were both really sweet young ladies. When it came time for me to head back to the USA, they both cried.
Anyway, I ran across this and several other photos of them, and just thought I'd post something from my younger days (or daze as the case may be...LOL).
Has anyone heard from Rene and Ute lately? I sent Rene a sitemail but haven't had a reply yet. Hope they're OK - I sure miss Rene's zany renders and sense of humor, and Ute's fun and delightful art.
Hope you all are doing well and having a great week! Thanks so much for dropping by!
Comments (25)
MagikUnicorn
Sweet shot
Faemike55
Wonderful photo and interesting and cool narrative. one wonders how they are doing now. I haven't heard much lately from them, now that you mention it.
Diemamker
Great old shots... one can only wonder what's been of their life... hope nothing bad... I too have wondered about them, I do hope they show up soon!!
KatesFriend
What a wonderful thing to be able to restore such a moment in time. Beautiful girls too. I hope their lives unfolded well after the base.
vitachick
Nice your are preserving old photos. Sad to lose them and the memories. No haven't heard from Rene or Ute. My hope is they sold their flat and are on the move to their new home..Fingers crossed...
GrandmaT
Wonderful photo and story of the girls. I've seen Ute comment on a few posts but nothing from Rene in a while. Maybe an email to Ute would get a reply.
adorety
This is priceless bit of history and nice to see a bit of your own story. Excellent photo! They look really lovely. A little silver lining to war. You can meet some interesting people along the way.
lisalisette
Nice story of you past and a great black & White photo.. Ute has posted sometimes here and on Deviantart. So I think they are oke. Maybe they just want some time of their own at this time :)
barryjeffer
Memories, eh... These two were a couple of the luckier ones. Very pretty smiles, glad they had someone like you looking out for them there. I wasn't far away at that time. The girls I met didn't wear anything so colorful, and never smiled. lol.
eekdog
i've been waiting for the Girls of the TNA my friend, i bet it is going to be exciting my friend, love this image, superb on zoom Rod.i mentioned something about them in my post my friend. lovely girls in this cool shot.
magnus073
This is a wonderful photo of them Rod, and I'm so glad you shared this as well as your thoughts from that time.
Savage_dragon
And I bet they never forgot you, either. Ute posted something earlier...
auntietk
It's nice to see this picture from your past! I like the low pov and the direct looks. Nicely done!
whaleman
Nice shot! Too bad you cannot contact them now.
misty7j3
Great old photo!! They look like very nice young ladies......nice job Rod....
drifterlee
Very cute girls. Great shot!
mickeyrony
Souvenirs is like a part of us and we have to take care of them Nice to you tyo keep them in sure value like Nice little woman ((5++))
Jean-Luc_Ajrarn
A wonderful double portrait, and fantastic memories i am sure. :)
mrestey
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW! Not only is this a nice picture Rod, but the story that goes with it is fascinating and touching. I never knew you served in the Vietnam war! I guess I lucked out being born in 1960 because I was to young to get pulled into that. That's really sweet that you took an interest in those young ladies and were kind to them. It doesn't surprise me, knowing you, but it is still really nice. They obviously liked you given the fact they wept when you left. Excellent image and back story.
Froggy
Great shot HotRod - you have captured their timeless beauty perfectly. Thanks for the background text to go with it as well. This always adds to an upload in my opinion. I am also glad you mentioned The Doc and Ute. I have been (and still am) wondering where they have been. I assume they are finally getting fed up with the limits of this site - like so many folks have in the past ........
Alyah
Excellent done Rod! I sure hope these girls are doing well today and all.
Richardphotos
both are beautiful and Oriental is a huge plus for me. superb photography also
Rhanagaz
Two sweet ladies! Yes, the times run I just got sixty last month...As far as I know, Rene is still busy to get their appartment sold in Spain.
debbielove
My!!! This is different but very nice indeed to see.. More like this? Or shots from your Air Force past life? Bring 'em on Rod, I would like to see them.. Thanks for showing.. Rob
Steeleyes101
Its nice to view old photos every once and a while You see were you've been and helps direct you to where you want to go. Beautiful photo More please