This Day in History July 12, 2012

By Ruth on July 12, 2013 in history
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Well, this is certainly something that should capture our attention.  It was on this date in 2012 (just last year!) that Chris and Colin Weir became the biggest Euromillion lottery winners in history with a record £161 million!  They are a retired Scottish couple, and they became Scotland’s twenty-first richest citizens.  It boggles my mind to even wrap my mind around that sum.  I don’t play the lottery, and I seriously doubt I ever will.  The only way I would be if I were given the tickets as a gift.  But it’s nice to hear stories like this.

For more information:

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/8633728/Euromillions-UK-ticketholder-wins-record-161-million.html

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/8640480/Euromillion-lottery-win-what-161-million-can-buy.html

http://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/Euromillion-lottery-win-161-tele-2858559917.html

http://famousdaily.com/history/largest-euromillions-jackpot-in-history.html

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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  1. Jennifer Mae Hiles July 12, 2013 Reply

    I wonder if/how they are celebrating today! I don’t play either but wow, I really can’t even imagine what I would do with that much money! Sometimes I wonder if it wouldn’t be more of a burden than anything…

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      Ruth July 12, 2013 Reply

      I have to admit that I tend to think it would be. Everyone thinks that money will solve all their problems, but I think it often just adds to your problems!

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