Dear Abby: I lost my husband — and now I’m losing my family

A reader reports to Dear Abby that the loss of her beloved husband and father has caused a dramatic shift in family dynamics. The death has significantly impacted the close relationships the family once shared, leading to changes in their traditional gatherings and overall interactions. Dear Abby provides guidance to the woman on how to navigate these distanced relationships and manage the emotional aftermath of the loss within her family structure during this difficult period.