You Can’t Stop Fighting: Tate Student That Battled Cancer Graduates Today

June 2, 2014

Halee Boyd was among the students graduating from Tate High School Monday morning. A special moment coming a year later than she had hoped. Before her senior year, she began a  battle against  Alevola Rhabdomyosarcoma , ARMS for short, a rare cancer of the muscles that are attached to the bones. Treatments and complications prevented her graduation last year.

As her class members walked across the stage last year, Halee was in the PICU and Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital. Her entire graduating class wore gold ribbons in her honor.

“”Better late than never! It took me a little longer than most, but I’m finally here, crossing the finish line. Today, I stand a little bit taller and a whole lot stronger. Get ready to watch me fly!” — was printed on Halee’s graduation invitations.

Over the weekend, Halee’s family and supporter’s painted “Graffiti Bridge” in Pensacola for Halee as a congratulatory surprise.

“If you have something to live for, you can’t stop fighting,” was painted on the bridge.

Submitted photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

Comments

10 Responses to “You Can’t Stop Fighting: Tate Student That Battled Cancer Graduates Today”

  1. Kim Parvub on June 5th, 2014 6:28 pm

    Congratulations Halee!

  2. JSCS on June 3rd, 2014 3:58 pm

    CONGRATS Halee. May God’s blessings continue to surround you.
    You look like one VERY happy girl! Enjoy your successes in life and school.

  3. Greg Odom on June 3rd, 2014 12:02 am

    My Sweet little inspiration, I smile with pride as you spread your wings. Many could learn from you. I came to do something for you but it ended up being a blessing for myself. You can achieve anything girl now fly Greg RN

  4. patti on June 2nd, 2014 6:45 pm

    CONGRADULATIONS HALEE! and the BEST of life. I pray GOD blesses you in many ways, good health being one!

  5. Susie white on June 2nd, 2014 6:35 pm

    Congratulations Halee!!! You look good & healthy & I’m so proud you did it! Good Luck to you in your future & fly high!!!

  6. Robert S. on June 2nd, 2014 6:33 pm

    Congratulations and Very Best Wishes.
    You got the bridge painted for you…How COOL

  7. mq on June 2nd, 2014 10:50 am

    Congratulations and Best Wishes. Glad that you were able to graduate. That is wonderful :-)

  8. DJSheffield on June 2nd, 2014 8:56 am

    Congratulations Halee…you’ve been such an inspiration to many. {Phil 4:13} Walk in Glory with your head held high. God has blessed you in a mighty way for you are one of His children.

  9. 429SCJ on June 2nd, 2014 8:50 am

    May the Lord walk with you Ms Boyd and keep you healthy and happy in this life.

  10. Honest John on June 2nd, 2014 5:57 am

    Good for you Halee. Enjoy every minute of your special day. TO GOD BE THE GLORY.

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