Carly, a typical sixteen-year-old, dreamed of attending prom, but her family’s financial struggles made it seem impossible. Living with her mom, Dina, and grandmother, Holly, they made the best of what little they had, keeping their bond strong despite the tough times.
One day, Dina and Holly surprised Carly with enough money to buy her dream dress. “We know how much prom means to you,” Dina said as they handed her an envelope filled with savings. Overwhelmed, Carly set off to buy the perfect gown.
While on the bus, Carly noticed a man, Rick, in trouble. He had no ticket and was pleading with the workers, explaining he needed to get to his sick daughter. Feeling a tug at her heart, Carly stood up and offered the money she had saved for her dress. “His daughter’s health is more important than a dress,” she said quietly.
When Carly returned home, Dina was upset about her giving away the money, but Holly hugged her and reassured her, saying, “Helping someone in need is never wrong.”
On prom night, Carly felt out of place in her old dress as she watched the other girls in glittering gowns. Sitting outside, she wondered if she had made the right decision. Suddenly, Rick appeared with his now-healthy daughter, Haley. With a smile, he handed Carly a stunning dress in gratitude for her kindness.
