RTL's birth

[Jim Garrett]

I put the question out there, which some might think is the elephant in the room. Sometimes to not ask the question is not wanting an answer or an opinion from others that might be better informed than oneself. I would say that if it were the case of "friskiness", AL certainly did do the honorable thing, versus waiting a month or two to make a decision. It could also explain much about their relationship. Mary Todd was of high social status, whereas Abraham Lincoln was of the most plain (at best) of stock. I think considering their on again/ off again relationship is a valid inquiry.

I think a response like Lauries is most valid. I think ignoring the question and suggesting the question is being asked for salaciousness begs back to issues addressed in Bill Richter's valuable work, "Sic Semper Tyrannis" regarding the deification of a man, very mortal.