Diaper Raffle Prizes Novels & Stories

Breanna almost gasped, one thing she knew was that the man hated being touched. He looked from the hand on his to its owner with what Breanna almost recognized as contempt. "You are spinning for one of the prices on the wheel," She began pointing out the colored compartments on the wheel. "A two hundred dollar coupon at Lily's boutique in the mall, a free microwave, two tickets to the big football game on Friday, a fifteen percent discount on every Virony product bought here, a pair of sandals, a bouquet of flowers, party poppers and finally two free shirts." She turned to the crowd.

“Solidly.” The shower began with games. We laughed until our sides ached watching Jay fail miserably at the diaper challenge, putting it on backward. Laura nearly cried during the baby food taste test, swearing peas were a crime against humanity. Everyone scribbled advice cards for Liam and me, some heartfelt, others ridiculous. Then came the gifts. Laura gifted a full designer wardrobe for the baby. Tiny couture dresses and tailored onesies. Henry handed me a slim envelope, a trust fund starter with a library of classic children’s books.

She didn't want to participate in an activity that made her reliant on people's generosity, she wanted to be the one in control. "With the raffle we can sell tickets at a price of 5000 dollars. If we have a hundred participants, we could raise 500 000 dollars. The prices that those who participate in the raffle could win include a new BMW 3 series, a necklace worth 25 000 dollars and a one-day all expenses paid luxury day at the Heavenly Sky Resort, with dinner included at the Heavenly Sky Diner." Warren and Samuel looked at each other and shook their heads. Lauren was so far off topic. Her suggestion defeated the whole purpose of the fundraising event.

The sales clerk seemed surprised by our large purchase and even more surprised when Claire hands her the slip with our furniture requests. “Would you like paper bags or plastic?” “Plastic is fine.” I reply as she begins bagging some of the items. “We have a promotion going on. Per your purchase today, we can give you a free diaper bag with newborn essentials. Would you like to pick a color?” She hands a catalog to Claire who happily takes it and begins looking. “Can I have the sage green one?” “Of course. I’ll get it for you in just a moment.” “Thank you.” I say as she continues scanning and bagging.

“Anyway...are you playing tonight?” “Depends on what the prizes are. Are they as good as the last time I attended?” “I think so. I know for a fact they have one of those fancy refrigerators with the touchscreen and Bluetooth. Go ahead and play for that one for me.” “Anything else?” “Hmmm, they are also offering to pay for your groceries for a year. Basically, you’ll get a $12,000.00 gift card to Whole Foods.” “You’re not slick, woman. If I manage to pull that off, then you wouldn’t have to pay for groceries,” Pierce chuckled.

First prize was a paid day at the entertainment center, second prize was a free meal, with milkshake and dessert at the diner and the third prize was a hamper from the candy store. Grant handed her the microphone and she smiled at the pups with bright eyes. “All right, kiddos – I mean pups!” She corrected herself with a blush that caused a few wolves to chuckle at her slip of the tongue. “We play fair in these games, no hurting someone else to get ahead, no cheating of any kind and whether you win or lose, do it with grace. Remember to have fun; this will not be your last chance to win a prize. I’m cheering for each and every one of you.”

The pack was chaos. Decorations were everywhere—ribbons tied to trees, paper lanterns floating in enchanted rhythm, and long tables set under the stars where families sat in little clusters, sharing food and stories. There were games. Contests. Competitions. And prizes that ranged from jars of honey to handmade cloaks to, for some reason, a giant spoon engraved with “Most Dramatic Sneeze.” Sari’s mother had won that one last year. He still hasn't recovered about that fact. “I swear,” Brinn muttered as we walked past the long scoreboard near the main firepit, “...if my parents sign me up for ‘Couples Archery’ again I will renounce my surname and live in the trees.”

It was overwhelming. We started with the essentials: Wipes that claimed to be baby-safe, biodegradable, and bactericidal. Sippy cups and bamboo fiber snack containers. Three different brands of diaper bags. Diapers (in case Claire wasn’t potty trained yet). A pack of fruit-flavored multivitamins. Then we got to the toys and entertainment section. Everything there looked cute and colorful. It was almost overwhelming. I had to stop Gwen from buying things that Claire definitely did not need. Like a seven-foot-tall stuffed unicorn that lit up and sang lullabies.

‘So generous…’ “Everyone.. Before I announce the winners, I also have another announcement to make..” The others waited with bated breath. ‘Is it another couple going to announce their relationship?’ “So, not only will the consolation prize be a laptop.. They have also thrown in a phone, and a gift card that you can use to shop!” “Oh my god!!! Are you for real?!! Wow!!!!!” The crowd exclaimed. “Yes! On top of that, there’s also a cash prize added to all participants!”