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Room Makeover is a Slam Dunk!

April 28, 2017

Etowah High School basketball player Matthew Lane was the recipient of a recent room makeover by Sunshine on a Ranney Day (SOARD), a nonprofit that completes home renovations to bring joy and hope to children and families facing serious illnesses.

The 16-year-old was diagnosed with cancer after a mass was found in his jaw, and in January he underwent an 18-hour surgery to remove the tumor. His six-month recovery period has involved a soft diet, alkaline water, and physical and speech therapies. Matthew’s mom is a single mom and has had to take a leave from work to care for her son.

“We hope that an inspiring and stimulating bedroom, showcasing all of his favorite things, will have a positive impact on his recovery,” stated the SOARD website that hosts photos of the reveal. “Renovation, rest and remission are just what the doctor ordered!”

www.sunshineonaranneyday.com/matthew-2017

Photos by Kristi Weaver Photography

Project decorator and Woodstock resident Shelley Herod of Designing Women sits with Matthew, his mom and sisters.
Matthew with friends and teammates.
Matthew Lane sports-themed bedroom includes a quilt made from T-shirts, including one of his Etowah shirts.

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