In a move that defies conventional lottery winner wisdom, Calgary's newest multi-millionaire Stacey Boyd has announced she's returning to work just weeks after claiming a staggering $36 million Lotto 649 jackpot.
The Alberta woman, who purchased her life-changing ticket at a local Co-op store, could have chosen a life of permanent leisure. Instead, Boyd is making headlines for her unexpected decision to maintain her normal work routine despite her sudden wealth.
The Moment Everything Changed
"I checked the numbers on my phone and thought, 'This can't be right,'" Boyd recalled of the moment she discovered her win. After multiple verifications and a sleepless night, the reality began to sink in - she had become one of Alberta's biggest lottery winners.
The winning numbers - 2, 7, 19, 20, 21, and 35 - have transformed Boyd from an ordinary Calgarian into an instant multi-millionaire, yet her feet remain firmly on the ground.
Why Return to Work?
While many would expect immediate retirement, Boyd's reasoning reveals a practical mindset. "I like my job and the people I work with," she explained. The structure and social connections her workplace provides remain valuable to her, even with millions in the bank.
This approach echoes financial advisors' recommendations for sudden wealth recipients: maintain normalcy and avoid drastic life changes immediately after a big win.
Practical Plans for $36 Million
Unlike some lottery winners who make extravagant purchases, Boyd's plans are refreshingly practical:
- Pay off her mortgage and achieve financial freedom
- Ensure long-term security for herself and her family
- Continue working because she enjoys her profession
- Maintain the lifestyle and relationships that brought her happiness before the win
Her story serves as an inspiring example of how sudden wealth doesn't have to mean completely abandoning one's identity or daily routines.
A New Kind of Lottery Winner Story
Boyd's decision challenges the typical lottery narrative where winners immediately quit their jobs and embark on lavish spending sprees. Her choice to continue working demonstrates that for some, true wealth means maintaining the life you love, just with fewer financial worries.
As Alberta's latest multi-millionaire settles into her new reality, she proves that sometimes the best prize isn't leaving your old life behind, but having the security to appreciate it even more.
