I agree. Listen to your friend and respect their wishes. I know it is very hard. You want to shot your side of the story at the top of your lungs. I wanted to do it when all of my W's friends were thinking that I was the sole problem in the marriage and the reason for the seperation.
However, my W is now thanking me for not saying anything to her friends or mine. None of my friends know that we were ever seperated (only my family). She is now able to comfortably join me with our friends.
If things change in your sitch; reconcilliation will be easier the less people know.
And there will always be time to explain your side of the story with those who matter...
