Nope. Spent time in Vegas several times, walked through a casino in the Bahamas, and never saw the enjoyment or need to gamble. The odds are always with the house. If you need proof look at the majestic structures in Las Vegas. As for the lottery, I see it as a tax intentionally placed on mostly the poor. Stand in line to pay for gas or merchandise while a the person at the register is serving those buying their lotto tickets on payday.I buy a Lotto ticket weekly, Have a flutter on the horses on the weekend.
Last time I went to a Casino was 1992.
I buy a 10 game lottery ticket every week and have done so for 44 years. Since I was old enough to participate.I've played the same number since the first lotto here in my state in the 1980's. I only buy the one ticket for each drawing and I'd love to quit but I'm firmly convinced that the first time I don't buy a ticket will be the week that number would have won $100 million.
Unfortunately, the biggest prize I've won was $150. I can't imagine how much in the hole I am. Usually, it's $5 once every couple of months or so.
I haven't been in a casino for years, but if I did, I'd probably drop a few dollars at the slots (I'd never go over $20). It's entertainment.
I went to the dog track once or twice. I enjoyed it. I do like horse racing but I rarely go.'m not a gambler. I did though, grow up in New England where the dog track was a staple. I went several times as a teen.