Everyday millions of people participate in lotteries across the world in the hope of gaining substantial fortune, however, a lottery win not only compensates, it also provides second chances. Those who overcome defeat, rejection and misfortune have bet overwhelming odds and have metaphorically won the lottery of life. Organ transplant recipients, refugees and survivors of tragedy receive the greatest gift, when they live to tell their narrative. Good morning ladies, gentlemen and Chairperson, lotteries are not simply about monetary wins, they are about the gifts we receive in the course of our lives.
