Michael, a seasoned journalist with experience at prominent publications like The Times, Mixmag, and The Lady, joined Daily Star Online in 2019. He possesses a keen interest in quirky news stories and fine wines.
On a typical Friday night, following a long week and a drawn-out movie selection process, we settled for a film on Netflix that wasn’t our first choice.
As I half-watched the movie and enjoyed my third glass of red wine, I absentmindedly scrolled through Facebook on my phone.
An advertisement from Omaze suddenly grabbed my attention as they were offering a luxurious beachfront house in Sussex, just a short drive from my place.
Intrigued, I explored the details and imagined the joy of owning a £4 million property nearby.
The ad described the property enticingly, highlighting features like a south-facing breakfast area with elegant furniture and access to a private estate with a Tennis Club.
The prospect of strolling to the village station to welcome friends and reveling in a seaside retreat further captivated me.
Enthralled by the idea, especially after a few glasses of wine, I considered participating, despite the odds being comparable to winning the National Lottery jackpot.
After the lackluster movie ended, I almost forgot about the raffle and went to bed without a second thought.
A week later, an email from Omaze with a subject line starting with “You’ve won..” caught my attention, leading me to discover I had won £15, a modest return on my investment.
For a brief moment, I felt like a multi-millionaire, despite the reality of the prize amount.
Ignoring common sense, I reinvested my winnings in tickets for another property raffle by Omaze, this time for a stunning property in Cornwall.
Although I didn’t win the Cornwall property, the actual winner was Jon Dexter, a retired physics teacher. The Sussex house winner, James Moughton, expressed his excitement about transitioning from a council flat to a £4 million mansion.
As for me, the quest for my first big win continues, as I remain hopeful for future opportunities.
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