Sometimes, newfound wealth can have negative consequences. It can lead to jealousy from neighbors, friends, and family members. It can also create temptations for material possessions. This is what happened to Marie Holmes – and her life was forever changed as a result.
One in a million
You can make money in a variety of ways, including working, selling your stuff, and–though we don’t suggest it–playing the lottery.

In spite of the incredibly slim odds, many people continue to play the lottery in the hope of winning. Marie Holmes of North Carolina was one such person. And then, she bought a ticket that would change her life forever.