Thomas A. Smith from Weldon, CA is living proof that dreams can come true, twice! On May 20, 2006, Thomas A. Smith from Weldon, CA won $75,000, playing the "Fantasy 5 Dream Machine" on the California Lottery’s Big Spin® show.
This marked the second time Mr. Smith has appeared on the show and walked away with a large prize from the "Dream Machine." In 1997, Mr. Smith won $20,000. He more than doubled that amount with his recent $75,000 prize for a combined total of $95,000 won in two showings.
The retired man used his first win to pay off the mortgage on his house but was considering using his recent prize for something more exotic-an ocean cruise with his wife.