Eden’s Dream

"She envisioned a space with light, airy, and modern boho vibes"

DREAM CHILD: Eden Shockley

DREAM CAPTAINS: John Milam, Tom Smoot, Ray Evans

Eden Shockley, a 13-year-old from Knoxville, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma last August. Now in remission, Eden’s dream was to have a complete bedroom makeover. She envisioned a space with light, airy, and modern boho vibes—a place to showcase her sports trophies and medals, while also having room to hang out and feel comfortable.

A huge thank you to our partners at Special Spaces Knoxville for their collaboration on this fun and rewarding project. It was a job well done, and we’re so grateful to have been part of making Eden’s dream come true!

About The Dream Connection

The Dream Connection is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting children battling life-threatening or debilitating illnesses with the resources to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiences. We are 100% volunteer-based, so 100% of every donation goes directly toward fulfilling children’s dreams.  Be a Dream Maker!

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