Who is Clementina Marie Giovannetti? And why is she handing over the keys to her Ocala mansion to someone who wins a Pet Story Essay contest?
At first glance this may look like some sort of scam. At first sight it sounds as if this is too good to be true. But it is totally legal;it is not a scam and it is going to be good and true to the winner of this essay contest.
It is sad that because of all the spammers and scammers in the online world we become on guard and have a preconceived idea that is filled with doubt and therefor someone has to prove themselves as the real deal.
I had the honor and privilege to speak to Clementina Giovannetti herself on the phone today for over an hour. It was a very enlightening conversation.
First of all, I want to reassure everyone that this essay contest is totally legal in the state of Florida. She hired an entire legal team with attorneys to research all about running this contest. Her legal department contacted the State Attorney General's office and the Attorney General's office to make sure that the rules and regulations of the contest would comply with Florida state law and any Federal Law that might govern this essay contest. The research itself took hours and all of this money is coming out of her own pocket. The rules of the essay contest are posted on the Ocala Mansion website available both in word and pdf format. Anyone wishing to enter the contest is encouraged to read the rules prior to sending in their $200.
One of the things that Clementina found out was that there were a couple of other homes where the owners were running an essay contest. These homes were in the 100K to 300K price ranges and their entry fees were between $100 to $200. So in figuring the ratio of what she could charge to enter this contest the Ocala mansion pet story essay contest should have been at least $1200 per entry. However, Miss Giovannetti did not wish to make it difficult for people to enter.
Clementina Giovannetti is a very famous author of spiritual novels. She is a gifted healer and has blessed many lives thus far and is about to bless another life with this essay contest. Since I am a writer I felt it an honor that Ms Giovannetti would speak to me in person. Every since I was 12 years old I have dreamed of being a best selling author and as I listened to her story and her explanation of her contest I realized I was speaking with who I want to be. Perhaps our paths have crossed for more than one reason and one day I may have the privilege of having Clementina Giovannetti endorse one of my books. You just never know!
The reason that the pet essay became the subject matter of this essay contest for the Ocala Mansion is because pets are near and dear to Clementina's heart as you will be able to read about when her new book is released:
Clementina Giovannetti is not going to be judging the essays. She does not want to interfere with whoever God chooses to have this mansion. The attorneys are opening up all the entries, numbering and separating the essays from their cover letters so that the anonymous judges will not know who wrote the entry. If there are not enough entries by the deadline the essay most likely will be extended to allow for more entries since it is the honest desire of Clementina's heart to be an instrument in God's hand to bless the lives of a family or a non profit organization. Even Real Estate agents are allowed to enter. This contest is open to everyone even children, with their parents' consent.
If a good number of the entries are of publishing worthy quality Miss Clementina is considering publishing the essays in 'Pet Lover Stories' as like a second place prize. The published authors would receive a by-line.
I felt the spirit of this woman in each word she spoke and a soul connection. Please pass this post along to those you know who may be deserving of her Ocala Mansion.
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Here is Miss Clementina Giovannetti's blessing for all:
Katerina,
Thanks for the full story. I apprecaite it!!!
Katerina- Wow, after all of the scams that we endure online to find out that this one is legit is refreshing.
Best,
Scott
I was interested to see this follow-up post, Katerina. Interesting stuff. I saw in the rules that if the minimum number is not met, she can choose to simply have the entries judged, or return the entry fees less $20 for processing, etc. Seems like a raffle ticket and some good writing can win an incredible home!
What a unique and generous idea! Keep us posted on the outcome.
Jason, if she was a non profit here in Florida, she could have just done a raffle or a lottery. But since she is not, she must do an essay contest. People spend more than that buying soda and chips, alcohol and cigarettes! She also has the choice of extending the contest which is what she will end up doing if she does not get enough entries before the July deadline.
Bob- You are welcome! Make it a great weekend!
Scott- Yes, it is refreshing! After all those you won the lottery, lost relative, paypal and BofA hoaxes, it was nice also to actually talk to Miss Clementina and feel her being for real too.
Norma- A very innovative way to sell a house, that is for sure! I hope someone very deserving wins the essay contest.
Katerina, I can imagine it would be a thrill for you to speak with her---and that this is legit. I think the entries would make a wonderful "Part Two."
I've seen this story a couple of times and I'm still having a hard time believing it. She makes the rounds on Active Rain and apparently the internet as well. Good PR for her!
Carole- It was very interesting. She wrote a book about interpreting dreams. I think that you would like her books, check out her website.
Cindy- I know it was hard to believe. That is why I did my due diligence first. There are a few members on the rain that wrote about her essay contest. She is on the TV news shows in Ocala often and did a wonderful open house of the mansion where over 300 people showed up.
I think this is a great idea. Unfortunately, since my cat decided to start relieving himself in my daughters room I'm not going to be winning this contest. Anyone interested in a 10 year old cat who ignores his litter box, is afraid of his own shadow and won't go outside?! Oh, and mice terrify him as well:-)
Matt- LOL! I am afraid that story would not win the essay contest! I love cats but mine always went to the bathroom outside, even though they were indoor cats. If a cat starts peeing like that all of a sudden, they usually have a urinary track infection or some other medical reason for doing so.
Katerina - this is an interesting post! I am going to not only get this book, but pass this post on to friends! thank you!