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This 8-Year-Old Was Bullied For 2 Years While Growing His Hair Long To Make Wigs For Kids With Cancer
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This 8-Year-Old Was Bullied For 2 Years While Growing His Hair Long To Make Wigs For Kids With Cancer

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2 and a half years ago, then-6-year-old Christian McPhilamy decided to grow his hair long. He was teased at school and often mistaken for a girl, but he never changed his mind because he had a very special goal – to donate 10-inch-long locks of his hair to make wigs for children being treated for cancer.

When he was 6, McPhilamy, who lives in Florida, was inspired by a St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital advertisement that he saw on TV. “Some people tried to call me a girl,” McPhilamy told Florida Today. He said this made him feel “not very good,” but that never stopped him from completing his mission and donating his hair to Children With Hair Loss.

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Christian McPhilamy endured bullying for 2 1/2 years to grow his hair long for a very special purpose

He wanted to donate it to make wigs for kids suffering from cancer

Some kids teased him and called him a girl when they saw his hair

Even adults tried to encourage him to cut his hair…

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…But most apologized when he refused and explained his mission

The bullying made Christian feel “not very good,” but that didn’t stop him!

After 2 1/2 years, his parents cut off his hair in 4 10-inch ponytails and donated them to Children With Hair Loss

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Christian is an excellent example for each and every one of us!

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There is a beast with heart of cold stone that dashes like lightning, shreds flesh from bone. // Bewitched by this beast, I fell to my knees. My mouth babbled madness and mumbled soft pleas. // I stared down the ravenous, gnashing dark maw of a cute cuddly kitten with yarn in its paw

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There is a beast with heart of cold stone that dashes like lightning, shreds flesh from bone. // Bewitched by this beast, I fell to my knees. My mouth babbled madness and mumbled soft pleas. // I stared down the ravenous, gnashing dark maw of a cute cuddly kitten with yarn in its paw

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ThibaultP
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That kid can cross "Being a superhero" off his bucket list.

MayaAladdin
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful soul!! Thumbs up to the parents who raised him right.

DavidMarkovič
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess lots of people (including me) wouldn't have balls for doing that.. You have earned my respect!

BillyMcDonald
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son did the same thing...for 3 year (11-14) he was called all sorts of nasty names and bullied mfrom kids to their parents. And even after explaining there was no apologies just nasty looks and sneers. Ima very proud father and I will say my son is my hero! Too bad we all are not more like these young men.

IuliaDraghiev
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

to the parents who raised such an amazing chid: you have my respect! to the boy: I hope you feel the love we send to you! well done, amazing soul, well done!!!

MilicaRadić
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what a sweetheart! adults should look up on kids sometimes :))

MeredithBlinkhorn
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a heart of gold, Christian. You are a very special young man! What concerns me though it what is wrong with the other children and adults who made comments and teased Christian. Even if he wasn't doing it for charity, children should be able to look the way the want without ridicule!

ClareRussell
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a kid! What parents, too. Why can't this go viral, rather than the Kardashian c**p with which we are inundated?

ElizabethMolloy
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for him, but who the hell bullies a boy for long hair? You see boys with long hair all the time in the UK. US in the wrong century ...

RoseanneJames
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An inspirational child & more mature than many adults...and to endure bullying to achieve his aim is just extraordinary.... an old & beautiful soul inside & out... he's well named too Well done Christian <3 <3 <3

RuthHise-Thornhill
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son was also bullied. Even by a long time friend> I can't tell you how many times he was called or mistaken as a girl. Good thing he has a great sense of humor! Kudos to this other young man for doing the right thing. https://www.facebook.com/ed.thornhill/media_set?set=a.614773515211397.1073741839.100000362616530&type=3

JuditThoma
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The length of his project shows how devoted and kindhearted he is. Thank you, little fellow, you made me not lose all faith in humanity today. Your bright smile is nothing compared to your shining personality. Keep up (also kudos to the parents!)

JuneSharp
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What an excellent role model - a true hero - Christian you will go far :)

KalyanaMitra
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well done Christian, your strength and consistancy is amazing! Keep it up!

Ashish_H
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what a role model! That too at the age where kids look up to elders for role models!! hats (and hair) off to you!!!

DeanGould
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you Christian. My son will lose his hair in the next few weeks due to relapsed Leukemia and the chemotherapy he must endure for the next 3.5 years. While he may not wear a wig, your strength and courage will help 4 beautiful kids; just like you, feel a little better about themselves. I'm sure you've learned that what other people think doesn't matter; it about what God, your parents and your GOOD friends think. Karma or Beshert is an amazing thing. May you be blessed with a good life, always with good friends you can count on; a life of happiness, good health, and the strength to always do the right thing; even when the "crowd" is going the opposite direction. Thank you again for being a Brave, Strong, Lion!

Annie
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A boy is doing this in my class too, he gets bullied as well. It's just incredible.

AmandaSouthers
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My fiance is doing the same thing, and has already caught a great deal of cruel comments at his workplace. I myself suffered from cancer and lost my hair at a young age, and now I'm growing it to donate as well. Thank you to this beautiful example of a big heart, and thank you to his parents for making the battle a little easier on those sweet souls fighting every day.

Hayden
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Preach Shakib... WHY CANT THE WORLDS POPULATION OF JUVENILES GROW UP AT THIS EXCEPTIONALLY REMARKABLE BOY?

CommentaryFortytwo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wouldn't it be great if a school did this as a school project? Great learning opportunity

DebraBrooksKapellakis
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a heart of Gold and I hope you are forever rewarded for your generosity.

Reece Farrell
Community Member
5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have some pretty long hair and I’m mistaken for a girl but you young man are a valuable person.

Марина Дзюба
Community Member
5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Guys who really have hair fall out, I want to recommend a laser cap from https://www.grivamax.com/. This cap activates microcirculation and lymphatic flow. Therefore, our hair begins to grow. I only use it for one week. But I am already very pleased with the result.

AnganaBhattacharya
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you are truly a man,, tough ,,loyal to his mission and undaunted. Hat's off to you.

RavenCruz
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a truly loving soul he has. He's meant for great things in this world. Such a selfless act to commit to at such a young age. What a great kid!

KateElle
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Excellent youth :) Good job Christian! Way to act like one/live up to your name :) turning the other cheek with the bullying and doing for others what they cannot do for themselves is what it's all about :) keep up the good work

MaggieMay
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a very kind and thoughtful thing to do. Your parents must be very proud. You are a very special person. Lots of love to you for doing such a selfless thing. Xx

iBear32
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

See, now that's a REAL role model. I would be so honored to meet you!!

AprilMinkler
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a great story. I look forward to the time when people won't be judged or treated according to their gender characteristics. "Androgynous" carries baggage, but really in the final analysis, awesomeness and gorgeousness have no gender.

JoWright
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With his steadfast goal and the determination to complete what he started, he's too mature to allow ignorant people to prevent his lofty goal, gotta admire a kid like Christian!

TeaBerries
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

and at the end, he poses with gender specific articles such as blue and baseball. This kid knows how society works.

bam_
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wow.. such a great kid. i hope all kids will think the same way.

Haileefishaa
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder how he feels about his hair now, I bet his head is cold! Awesome job little man!

SandraSavage
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a great gesture for him to do.There should be more children out there doing the same thing.He is truly an inspiration for all children.

wolvesrcool
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it takes a lot to get through being bullied ,let alone not give up ,and he did both better than anyone else !

thebutterfliescharmer
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Someone came into this world to be a giver!God bless you brave little one!<3 Courage is fire and bullying is smoke!

JuanVillegas
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Little Dude, You are a true example of humanity. Grownups should learn from your actions instead of following their own hypocrisy.

Dygez
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Christian... you're a HERO! Thank you, nothing else to say. :)

SharonWright
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for him! What a brave lad to go through all that and achieve his goal

LenaSkodric
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is sucha a beautifull boy and a kind soul. Wish I have a son like that one day! <3

MelanieLinehan
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YOU ROCK! What a great world it be if there were more kids like you.

rurush
Community Member
9 years ago

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this kid need to grow up, wigs won't help those kids

MollyCarey
Community Member
9 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

I freelance over th℮ internet and earn about 80-85$ an hour. I was without a job for 7 months but last month my paycheck with big fat bonus was $15000 just working on my computer from my home for 5-6 hours. Here's what i have been doing... www.extra-salary24.com

ThibaultP
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That kid can cross "Being a superhero" off his bucket list.

MayaAladdin
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a beautiful soul!! Thumbs up to the parents who raised him right.

DavidMarkovič
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I guess lots of people (including me) wouldn't have balls for doing that.. You have earned my respect!

BillyMcDonald
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son did the same thing...for 3 year (11-14) he was called all sorts of nasty names and bullied mfrom kids to their parents. And even after explaining there was no apologies just nasty looks and sneers. Ima very proud father and I will say my son is my hero! Too bad we all are not more like these young men.

IuliaDraghiev
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

to the parents who raised such an amazing chid: you have my respect! to the boy: I hope you feel the love we send to you! well done, amazing soul, well done!!!

MilicaRadić
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what a sweetheart! adults should look up on kids sometimes :))

MeredithBlinkhorn
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a heart of gold, Christian. You are a very special young man! What concerns me though it what is wrong with the other children and adults who made comments and teased Christian. Even if he wasn't doing it for charity, children should be able to look the way the want without ridicule!

ClareRussell
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a kid! What parents, too. Why can't this go viral, rather than the Kardashian c**p with which we are inundated?

ElizabethMolloy
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for him, but who the hell bullies a boy for long hair? You see boys with long hair all the time in the UK. US in the wrong century ...

RoseanneJames
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An inspirational child & more mature than many adults...and to endure bullying to achieve his aim is just extraordinary.... an old & beautiful soul inside & out... he's well named too Well done Christian <3 <3 <3

RuthHise-Thornhill
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son was also bullied. Even by a long time friend> I can't tell you how many times he was called or mistaken as a girl. Good thing he has a great sense of humor! Kudos to this other young man for doing the right thing. https://www.facebook.com/ed.thornhill/media_set?set=a.614773515211397.1073741839.100000362616530&type=3

JuditThoma
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The length of his project shows how devoted and kindhearted he is. Thank you, little fellow, you made me not lose all faith in humanity today. Your bright smile is nothing compared to your shining personality. Keep up (also kudos to the parents!)

JuneSharp
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What an excellent role model - a true hero - Christian you will go far :)

KalyanaMitra
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well done Christian, your strength and consistancy is amazing! Keep it up!

Ashish_H
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

what a role model! That too at the age where kids look up to elders for role models!! hats (and hair) off to you!!!

DeanGould
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you Christian. My son will lose his hair in the next few weeks due to relapsed Leukemia and the chemotherapy he must endure for the next 3.5 years. While he may not wear a wig, your strength and courage will help 4 beautiful kids; just like you, feel a little better about themselves. I'm sure you've learned that what other people think doesn't matter; it about what God, your parents and your GOOD friends think. Karma or Beshert is an amazing thing. May you be blessed with a good life, always with good friends you can count on; a life of happiness, good health, and the strength to always do the right thing; even when the "crowd" is going the opposite direction. Thank you again for being a Brave, Strong, Lion!

Annie
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A boy is doing this in my class too, he gets bullied as well. It's just incredible.

AmandaSouthers
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My fiance is doing the same thing, and has already caught a great deal of cruel comments at his workplace. I myself suffered from cancer and lost my hair at a young age, and now I'm growing it to donate as well. Thank you to this beautiful example of a big heart, and thank you to his parents for making the battle a little easier on those sweet souls fighting every day.

Hayden
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Preach Shakib... WHY CANT THE WORLDS POPULATION OF JUVENILES GROW UP AT THIS EXCEPTIONALLY REMARKABLE BOY?

CommentaryFortytwo
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wouldn't it be great if a school did this as a school project? Great learning opportunity

DebraBrooksKapellakis
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a heart of Gold and I hope you are forever rewarded for your generosity.

Reece Farrell
Community Member
5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have some pretty long hair and I’m mistaken for a girl but you young man are a valuable person.

Марина Дзюба
Community Member
5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Guys who really have hair fall out, I want to recommend a laser cap from https://www.grivamax.com/. This cap activates microcirculation and lymphatic flow. Therefore, our hair begins to grow. I only use it for one week. But I am already very pleased with the result.

AnganaBhattacharya
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

you are truly a man,, tough ,,loyal to his mission and undaunted. Hat's off to you.

RavenCruz
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a truly loving soul he has. He's meant for great things in this world. Such a selfless act to commit to at such a young age. What a great kid!

KateElle
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Excellent youth :) Good job Christian! Way to act like one/live up to your name :) turning the other cheek with the bullying and doing for others what they cannot do for themselves is what it's all about :) keep up the good work

MaggieMay
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a very kind and thoughtful thing to do. Your parents must be very proud. You are a very special person. Lots of love to you for doing such a selfless thing. Xx

iBear32
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

See, now that's a REAL role model. I would be so honored to meet you!!

AprilMinkler
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a great story. I look forward to the time when people won't be judged or treated according to their gender characteristics. "Androgynous" carries baggage, but really in the final analysis, awesomeness and gorgeousness have no gender.

JoWright
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With his steadfast goal and the determination to complete what he started, he's too mature to allow ignorant people to prevent his lofty goal, gotta admire a kid like Christian!

TeaBerries
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

and at the end, he poses with gender specific articles such as blue and baseball. This kid knows how society works.

bam_
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wow.. such a great kid. i hope all kids will think the same way.

Haileefishaa
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder how he feels about his hair now, I bet his head is cold! Awesome job little man!

SandraSavage
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a great gesture for him to do.There should be more children out there doing the same thing.He is truly an inspiration for all children.

wolvesrcool
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it takes a lot to get through being bullied ,let alone not give up ,and he did both better than anyone else !

thebutterfliescharmer
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Someone came into this world to be a giver!God bless you brave little one!<3 Courage is fire and bullying is smoke!

JuanVillegas
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Little Dude, You are a true example of humanity. Grownups should learn from your actions instead of following their own hypocrisy.

Dygez
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Christian... you're a HERO! Thank you, nothing else to say. :)

SharonWright
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good for him! What a brave lad to go through all that and achieve his goal

LenaSkodric
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He is sucha a beautifull boy and a kind soul. Wish I have a son like that one day! <3

MelanieLinehan
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YOU ROCK! What a great world it be if there were more kids like you.

rurush
Community Member
9 years ago

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this kid need to grow up, wigs won't help those kids

MollyCarey
Community Member
9 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

I freelance over th℮ internet and earn about 80-85$ an hour. I was without a job for 7 months but last month my paycheck with big fat bonus was $15000 just working on my computer from my home for 5-6 hours. Here's what i have been doing... www.extra-salary24.com

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