A quick visit to the store turned into a $50,000 win for Valerie of Chicago, Illinois.

Valerie’s mother purchased the winning $1,000,000 Crossword 50X scratch-off ticket for her daughter while the two were catching up over the phone.

“We were just chatting on FaceTime while mom was shopping. She actually chose a random ticket for me,” Valerie said.

Even after scanning the ticket multiple times using the Illinois Lottery app, Valerie and her mother are still having a hard time believing the win is real.

“We were in shock. I asked my mom, ‘Are you sure? Scan it again to make sure it’s real.’ It all still feels surreal,” she said.

The excitement didn't stop there.

“We even called my aunt — she thought it was a prank,” Valerie added with a laugh.

Valerie plans to use her winnings to book a trip to South America, purchase a new phone, and make future investments. “This feels like a weight off my shoulders. I am able to relax for a little while,” she shared.

Congratulations on your big win, Valerie! Enjoy your well-deserved vacation!