Parking Garage Worker Is Newest Millionair (Won $149 Million)

[matcom]

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NEW YORK -- A New York City man says he has no idea what he'll do with the $149 million Mega Millions jackpot he won Friday.

But Juan Rodriguez said he hasn't quit his job at a midtown Manhattan parking garage -- yet.

A nephew said Rodriguez will assemble a team to manage his money.

Rodriguez, 49, is a Colombian immigrant who came to the United States in 1982. He bought the winning ticket Friday at a newsstand.

http://www.wftv.com/newsofthestrange/3937551/detail.html

[babylonsister]

1. Go, Juan! I Love stories

of the little guy making it big; just waiting for our turn.:headbang:

[huellewig]

3. Just remember..

For the one cool story millions probably shoot in the opposite direction. I worked with a guy who upon receiving his paycheck would have me hold on to his rent and utility money. The remainder went into the video poker machines. If I didn't hold it he would spend it. Like a drunk wanting his car keys back. I tried to stop him but it was always "the day he would hit the jackpot."

I just don't think this should be a state sponsored activity..

[babylonsister]

5. Gambling addictions are horrible, as are

drugs, alcohol, etc. My bro-in-law puts mucho bucks into those scratch-off tickets. I think such a waste, but he's looking for the big bucks. In the meantime, he doesn't pay his utilities, etc. Yep, could be a slippery slope...

[Champ]

2. Some luck

Congrats to Rodriguez, :toast: he will have something to live on during his retirement years.

[underpants]

4. So THAT's who has my money

:grr:

Just kidding good for him.