I learned today (Oct. 24) that my high school cheerleading buddy, Sequoya Turner, passed away this morning ... and more. Having a friend with whom you can discuss things like women’s health ...

D EAR HARRIETTE: One of my good friends has retreated completely. Last year her best friend passed away, and I think that loss is taking a major toll on her. At first, she was holding up all right ...

DEAR STILL IN GRIEF: I’m so sorry for the loss of your daughter. You’ve been through something awful and there’s no timetable for how you navigate this period after. And that includes thank-you notes.

DEAR HARRIETTE: One of my good friends has retreated completely. Last year her best friend passed away, and I think that loss is taking a major toll on her. At first, she was holding up all right ...