Mega Millions Jackpot Third Highest Ever, Tempted?

The Washington State Lottery Commission sent out a media alert Monday that people were lining up to buy tickets for Tuesday's drawing in the hopes of winning the $363 million jackpot.

“There is always excitement about big jackpots over $300 million, so we are encouraging people to buy their tickets early,” said Lottery Director Bill Hanson in the press release.

Since 1982, Washington’s Lottery has generated more than $2.5 billion to support important state programs including the Washington Opportunity Pathways Account. Money in the Pathways Account goes toward helping students achieve their higher education dreams and supports early childhood education learning programs, according to lottery officials.

So, does the buzz around be jackpots tempt more buyers? Share your lotto-ticket buying habits with us: Do you always play the same numbers, or switch it up; play ever week, or just when the jackpot hits a certain level; do you pool money and play with friends, or go solo on your ticket purchase?

And lest we not forget, Renton's own Safeway grocery store is among the luckiest in the state when it comes to lotto tickets.

Will this large jackpot tempt you to buy lottery tickets before Tuesday's drawing?