Same experiences here. I've encountered 11 duds in a row in a $5 monopoly, 8 duds in a row on a $10 monopoly followed by a $10 "winner". -.-
I'm surprised a top prize hasn't been hit on the $5 ticket yet. My biggest win was $30 in a $5 ticket, and $50 in a $10 ticket. I gave it all back, and more playing #losingstreak which has been horrible lately, and Shoddy 7s. I also lost $200 ALONE on Unlucky 200k/yr for life
I'm personally refraining from scratchoffs until September, which is when I'll be in South Fl. Maybe I can finally win something nice when I visit for two months.
@ Adam - I second the advice everyone has given you. You have a daughter, wife, and yourself to take care of. In about 10 years, you are going to have to think about your daughter's college, which can be an expense even with scholarships. 675k is one hell of a savings account for your own financial security, but not nearly enough to gift your entire family 100k. I'd say you've been extremely generous to everyone, and it is time you tell them no.