Prom night was supposed to be magical — a night full of memories and celebration. For me, Megan, 17, it wasn’t about the latest trends or fancy dresses. It was about wearing my late mom’s lavender satin prom dress, a beautiful gown embroidered with delicate flowers. That dress was more than fabric; it was a connection to my mom, who passed away from cancer when I was just 12. Wearing it to prom was my way of keeping her memory alive and honoring her. After my dad remarried Stephanie, everything changed. Stephanie didn’t want reminders of my mom around. She criticized the house, replaced family photos, and most of all, disrespected the dress. She said it was outdated and insisted I wear a new, expensive designer…
