Valentines Winner

By dianahellismedia • February 18, 2024
Annual Valentine's Day Mattress Winner! We delivered Bailey's brand-new Immunity Queen Size Mattress Set valued at $2,999. She was the lucky winner of our annual Valentine's Day giveaway. "I'm very grateful that they can do this yearly," said Bailey. "It gives people a chance to do something for themselves. Like most parents, I put things on the back-burner if it doesn't involve my kids." Winning the mattress was just what she needed. The past few years have been challenging. "In late 2022, I left a really bad relationship. The majority of my belongings were tossed out or destroyed." Due to a work-related injury, Bailey's been out of work for over a year. After three surgeries, the doctors are unsure if she can return to her position as a medical assistant. "When I saw 16 Cents' Facebook post about the contest, I thought it could be an amazing opportunity to get a new bed," said Bailey. "I needed one but didn't have the funds for it. All our extra money goes straight to the kids." Bailey has been sleeping on an old mattress purchased several years ago and is looking forward to sleeping on the new one. "It was hard to believe we won until 16 Cents messaged me," said Bailey. "I'm looking forward to having a new mattress, let alone a whole new set. It's really special. I feel like this is going to be our year."

When Andrew Richards needed a new mattress a few years ago, he found just what he was looking for at 16 Cents, 3 Shoes & 5 Socks. He was so impressed with the quality of the mattress; he applied to work at our furniture store a year and a half ago.

Andrew is now the manager of the Ash Street Clearance store. While he enjoys selling furniture, he also enjoys connecting with fellow employees who know what it’s like to reach rock bottom.


“I do have a core group of co-workers that I can talk to. It’s a blessing to share with others who have gone through similar situations,” said Andrew.

When Andrew was just a sophomore in high school, he was tried as an adult and sentenced to prison for robbery. He served eight years behind bars. When Andrew lost his freedom, he found Jesus and sobriety. He’s now five and a half years sober and lives with intention every day for his wife and five beautiful kids.

“You have to be active in your role in staying sober. If you’re not, negative consequences are going to happen,” said Andrew.

Andrew is thankful for the support, love, and unconditional compassion from Jason McSteen, owner of 16 Cents, and co-workers.

“It’s such a blessing to be in a place where I feel accepted and can talk openly about struggles. It’s like we are family,” said Andrew.