The main difference between the odds of winning the lottery and the odds of getting struck by lightning is that that we want one to happen but not the other. We are however in control (to some extent) of both of these things.

So today I wanted to talk to you about that well worn phrase, “you’re more likely to get struck by lightning, than win the lottery”. Read More

When your lottery ticket says see retailer, it can mean a bunch of different things.

Here I explain what they are and what you can do about it.

Two Main Types Of ‘See Retailer’ Message

This is the first thing to understand – there are 2 main kinds of these messages. Read More

OK, I know that technically the correct singular form of ‘dice’ is ‘die’. Or rather – it used to be…

Because things have changed. Language has a tendency to evolve. Sometimes for the worse (don’t get me started on ‘decimate’ – it’s literally got ‘deci’ in the word!).

And dictionaries now define ‘dice’ as the modern singular and plural form. Read More

You have to be fairly brave to risk buying whole rolls of scratch off lottery tickets in one go. Or do you..?

Well, here’s one guy who did exactly that. And not just once either (spending a total of $2,700). I won’t spoil the surprise of how much he ends up winning – you’ll have to watch yourself to find out 🙂

Here’s a timely warning. Always check winning lottery tickets yourself.

Most lottery retailers are honest decent people. And they get a real buzz when their store creates a big lottery winner.

But greed can do unpleasant things to some people.

A recent NBC broadcast warned of the danger of dishonest store clerks attempting to steal winning lottery tickets, and various other scratch off lottery ticket scams. Read More