Molly, a 17-year-old with a disability, had to deal with the loss of her mother and life without a prom partner. She was shocked when Danny, her estranged father, showed up for the burial. Molly had only come into contact with Danny because of her mother Daisy’s criticism and child support payments.

Despite Molly’s reluctance to leave the house she lived with her mother, Danny urged that she move in with him after the funeral. Living with Danny was difficult at first, but it was also reassuring because he tried to take care of her, even learning how to braid her hair from internet guides.

Molly was furious one day when she found her dad’s note stating that he was gone when she got home. CShe sobbed at her prom predicament, convinced that he was at the bar, as her mother used to say. Because no boys wanted to take her, she felt alone because of her condition.

In an attempt to cheer her up, Danny surprised Molly by going to prom with her. He pulled up in his pickup and brought her in, attracting attention. Everyone was moved by Danny’s efforts as they danced. Molly was incredibly proud of and devoted to her father, who rose to fame in the community.