In October 2010, Lifestyle reported on the family of Michelle Patterson. The Patterson family needed a handicapped-accessible van because both boys, Malik, 13, and Derek, 16 - both taller than 6 feet - are wheelchair-users. The small two-door family car could hold only one portable wheelchair. Consequently, only one boy could be transported at a time.

Supporters are pleased to announce that the monetary goal was reached and a conversion van found for the family.

Awtrey Middle School and North Cobb High School where the boys attend school participated in fundraising efforts along with Kennesaw-Acworth Lions Club, East Cobb Civitan, Marietta Civitan, and many individuals. Awtrey Middle School's special needs class raised $1,300 and North Cobb raised $1,000. Cobb EMC, the East Cobb and Marietta Civitan Clubs came through with the final dollars.

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Need a makeover? National reps from Trish McEvoy makeup will be at The Honeybee, located at 2968 Atlanta Road in Smyrna, on July 14 and 15 to give free 45-minute makeovers. These reps are usually found at high-end stores such as Neiman Marcus at Lenox Square in Atlanta. Anyone interested in a free makeover should call The Honeybee at (770) 432-5120.

Hours on the July 14 are from 12-7 p.m. and on July 15 from 12-8 p.m.

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On July 2 at 2 p.m., the Kiwanis Club of Marietta will unveil its "Forever Remember" monument at the intersection of Anderson and Roswell Streets off the Marietta Square. The monument honors families whose loved ones engage everyday in protection, service, support and defense of our freedom at home or abroad.

Visit www.foreverremember.us for more information.

Sally Litchfield is a longtime Marietta resident. She formerly practiced law in Marietta and now stays home to raise her two children. Send Sally news at sallylit @bellsouth.net. Call Sally at (770) 425-7122.