And The Winner Is – No One

After all the strategizing, office pools and trips to the convenience stores, no one took home the $500 million dollar Powerball jackpot.

Even though I already knew, the point was confirmed when Liz stumbled slowly into the studio this morning. I knew if we had won, I wouldn't be seeing her, I'd be hearing her on her call to me from a tropical island telling me she'd be "a little late" this morning. For the record, the winning numbers were 2, 11, 47, 62, 63 with Powerball 17 and Power Play 3.

Here's something that may make you feel a little better...the numbers for the next Powerball drawing. The estimate for the jackpot is $675 million which is a record for both Powerball and Mega Millions, according to chicagotribune.com. The cash payout would be $413.1 million before taxes.

So we do what we always do. Adjust our strategy, put our biggest dreams temporarily on hold and get ready for the next drawing.In the meantime we'll have to keep setting the alarm and going about our normal business. Have a nice day.