[Fantasywriter]

Fred, what would I write to Mark Ndesandjo? That I believe he is telling the truth about David? That is my position, but it’s hardly worth Mark’s time, & wouldn’t make any sense anyway.

I can’t write and tell him I think he’s lying about David. I don’t believe he’s lying. So that’s out.

Surely you don’t expect me to write to him and tell him others think he’s lying about his own brother. Why would I do that? To spread gossip? No thanks; the gossip is sickening and sordid enough in its current context; there’s no need to spread it.

[Fred Nerks]

...Fred, what would I write to Mark Ndesandjo?

Because you wrote:

He could reveal the year in which the family photo was taken. He could, if he wasn’t too offended by the questions themselves, give specifics about his brother’s life and death. He could lay this matter to rest if given the chance.

And if he replied, you could post the letter here.

[Brown Deer]

No thanks; the gossip is sickening and sordid enough in its current context; there’s no need to spread it.

Seems strange that she hasn't lectured anyone about the nude photos in this thread, since that outrageous "gossip" has been proven completely false. ;-)