My prom dress stayed untouched while I faced a stage 3 diagnosis—until my date did something at prom that changed my life forever.

Even the principal appeared emotional.

Leo looked directly at me.

The room blurred through my tears.

I thought I understood everything in that moment.

I thought this was the grand gesture.

The romantic surprise.

The beautiful act of solidarity.

I thought he had shaved his head so I wouldn’t feel alone.

Then, I noticed something strange.

Leo wasn’t looking relieved.continue reading …