Dear Friends, August 27, 2007

I am so excited to let you all know that I will be holding the first ever Rawtism Retreat, September 26 - 28, 2008 for children and families impacted by autism. This retreat is designed to offer support and to help unlock each child’s individual potential.

I am writing to you to ask for your help in finding a retreat location. Please let me know if you have any suggestions or resources to help secure the perfect home for this retreat and future Rawtism events. It must be fun, family-friendly, and have overnight facilities and good kitchen space.

This retreat is an amazing opportunity for children and families. I have a son with autism. It has not always been an easy road. I have researched more than most graduate students at this point. I know that there is a strong correlation between diet and behavior for these children. I also know that these parents seem to NEVER catch a break. I want the Rawtism Retreats and Events to be that break for these parents. But in doing so, I also want to educate others that there is a better way to treat autism. A gluten-free, casein-free diet helps; a raw and living foods diet can explode the potential for these children. I do not think these kids are here by accident. I think they are here for us to learn. I just want to help parents unlock their child’s individual potential and understand the healing power of a raw and living foods program.

I am looking for an overnight facility. If any of you have ideas for the location, please contact me at rawtism@yahoo.com, or call (770) 344-9689. Thank you all so much for your assistance with this! I look forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,
Sunshine Boatright