My dad made my prom dress from my late mom’s wedding gown — my teacher was mocking me until a police officer walked into the hall. ______________________ I was only 5 years old when my mom passed away after battling can.c*r. After that, it was just me and my dad… Money was always tight. My dad worked as a plumber and always tried to take on extra jobs so I would have everything I needed. When prom was getting closer, I knew we didn’t have money for a dress, so I was planning …