Congratulations to Shelia B. for winning the Strike It Rich VIII Sweepstakes! She chose a lump sum of $550,000!!!  Watch her reaction!

What was your first reaction when you realized you were the winner?

Shock, disbelief, wondering what I could do with it.

Who was the first person you told and what was his or her reaction?

My godson Michael and his mother Daryl who tried to convince me I’d won.

What do you think of your prize?

Fantastic, the best thing that’s ever happened to me. My golden years are going to be truly golden.

What have you purchased or what do you plan to purchase with your prize money?

Family vacation to Hawaii, a new ranch truck, and a washer and dryer.

Do you have any special comments for the sponsor regarding your having won this sweepstakes prize?

I have enjoyed the magazines immensely and am thrilled they offered me the Strike It Rich VIII sweepstakes!

Do you have any advice for other consumers thinking of participating in this year’s sweepstakes?

Yes, go for it! The magazines are great, the sweepstakes people even better and you could win!