Near midnight Ms. Prida complained of a slight stomachache and left quietly, as if not to disturb the flow.

CNN: Latina 'Dear Abby' brought wit, wisdom, light

Hours before dying of a heart attack, Ms. Prida celebrated the 20th anniversary of LIPS, "Latinas In Power, Sort Of, " a women's group that we are both part of.

CNN: Latina 'Dear Abby' brought wit, wisdom, light

But it was in her role as the voice behind Latina magazine's advice column, Dolores Dice, (Dolores Says) where Ms. Prida's generous spirit, lyrical eloquence and playful wit would find its glory.

CNN: Latina 'Dear Abby' brought wit, wisdom, light