Hello, this is Raleigh Adams AKA Paparattzie,with a request to the
Illustratedrat list and any others that might get this message.

For those of you who do not know me, allow me to give a brief
history,One Among other responsibilities, I and my wife/companion/best
friend/helper,Linda produce a show for a TV Station in San
Francisco, CA, and it was through the production of a tv show about
responsible pet rat ownership (featuring Rattie Ratz) that we became
involved with rats in our own lives, we are now familiar with the
joys, the laughter, the seeet times, and the deep sadness and grief of
loss, it is my desire to uplift all rat parents and to bring a new
perspective of these loving creatures meaning in our lives through
this book and professional video.

I have begun writing a book which is entitled "101 inspirational
stories of the Rat", (title not in stone yet) in addition I am
producing a professional DVD,using sublime ocean and nature video ,
accompanied by the sounds of the ocean and beautiful inspiring music
by a world class musician friend of mine who is donating his work to
this effort. the video will also have inspiring rat stories
accompanying the nature footage and the music..... The proceeds from
the sale of the video and the book will be used to provide funds to
be made available for needs such as veterinary care, meds, and
selected rescue organizations in need. This is obviously a large
undertaking and it is a "work in progress".

In my career I have worked as a professional Photographer, now I have
an opportunity to put those years of practice to good use by
presenting a new line of "Inspiring Flowers", set on a jet black
background, these larger than life photos reveal much of the "essence"
of the flowers we love, in the near future they will be sold, and also
given as incentives to those who wish to donate capital funds to the
Zati Project. more to follow on this aspect of the project.

Because of the impact that my little "Zatoichi" (the Rat that could
read) had on my life, I have now dedicated my time, talents and
resources to this project, with the hope that many little ratty lives
will be lengthened or made more comfortable with the proper medical
care and forever homes.

Anyone wishing to submit their own personal story to the project for
consideration as being included in the book as well as the video can
write to zatiproject@earthlink.net  If you can do so, I would
encourage sending a photo of the little rat that inspired your story,
the photo, and the story will live on in the book and video for
generations yet to come.


My goal is to uplift, and encourage the weary of heart and soul,
especially all who are grieving the loss of their beloved Ratties.

And to glorify the wonderful love which our Ratties shown toward us.

Anyone with specific questions etc can feel free to write to me
offline at zatiproject@earthlink.net

Paparattzie