California Lottery Best Scratchers #1

This months Scratcher breakdown best odds.....
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was Find the 9's with the odds of winning 1:4.37 and a cash prize up to $999 you can't beat this one.  The Find the 9's may have a little bit different look but in the past this ticket has been one of my favorites along with the 9 in a line ticket.  Maximum win that I have had with the Find the 9's is $250 two times.
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Another ticket I love with my highest payout being $100 the odds is great 1:4.01 to be exact that is pretty low with odds like these at least we all have a pretty good chance of at least receiving a replay.

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Any Crossword Scratcher is great, fun and entertaining it is like going to the casino without actually going.  I love how it leaves you in suspense the whole what will I win feeling.  Tripling Crossword has 1:3.34 odds with  up to $20,000 in prizes.

Yes $5.00 may seem like a lot but can you imagine winning up to $100,000 well that is the grand prize for this ticket and with the odd 1:3.45 the chances are definitely there.

Now for those of you who are not from or currently do not live in California this gives you a basic idea of what the California Lottery has to offer.  And for more information about Free and Upcoming events presented by the California Lottery or other games offered.  Please visit the California Lottery Website at http://www.calottery.com/default.htm  for more information.

Let Me Introduce Myself

Hello everyone my name is "Toshi" pronounced Tasha and I am your Clearance and Bargain Shopper.  Why a bargain shopper?  Because all my life I have been a bargain shopper/hunter I love great deals now more than ever.  And with the economy the way it is right now and being a starving student...lol... I love to save money but still buy and get the finer things in life.  So the reason for this Blog is to share the great deals, tips and ideas that I find with you.

So a little bit more about me I am studying to become a Patient Advocate Nurse as well as starting a Social Service Organization that caters to everyone providing Resources for those who have no avenues to find them.  So from time to time I will list several services whether its on a local or national level.  Based on what I see is a great need at the time.  This months focus is on Homeless Prevention in which I will offer a series of local and national resources.  I also have previous experience within the  medical, health insurance,some senior services, party/event planner, as well as customer service and other office skills.

For the most part my job is to help others, help "you" the reader with any advice or tips I can give to make your life better.  Please feel free to leave comments or suggestions for things that you are looking for.

I have two business services that I offer as well one deals with providing business's with services needed that cannot be fulfilled by staff on a long-term and short-term basis.  And the other is a Scholarship Packet that consists of Various Scholarships for all ages on sale now.

Well that's a little more about me and I look forward to meeting and talking to you all soon.  Take care and happy reading.

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I know this is girly stuff but this is some of my favorite things......

Quick Trip #1

I just found out about a company called "Smartbox" and let me tell you it's the best thing since slice bread.  Here is some quick getaways from "Smartbox" and look for a more in depth blog about the site.  But for more information now visit http://www.smartbox.com/ for the experience in a box.





















































Don't forget to check them out makes a great gift......

It's Still Cold Outside

Though the weather often looks like and feel like Spring, it's still Winter.  And having a nice Jacket that can handle various types of weather is the best option.  Here is great deals for Leather and Almost Leather Jackets:

This Jacket I just could not pass up it is for infant toddler girls too cute, great price.

So here are some great deals for Jackets that will keep your warm/cool during the winter.

Beautiful Sunny Day Today

Today was a nice and sunny day...And whoa and behold what did I forget to grab on the way out the door today?  "My sunglasses" So here is my pick for a great deal on sunglasses for Males, Females and Children.

I Love Reward Cards

I love "Reward Cards" they offer us the convince and a whole lot of savings.  And "yes" it is true that Companies often use "Reward Cards" as a Marketing Tool.  By, tracking the purchases made by the customer.  So, today I will discuss my favorite "Reward Cards" and the actual rewards that I have received from them.

The following is a list  of Rewards Cards that I use on a daily basis and the actual rewards I have received from them:
#1 Grocery Rewards
My all time favorite Grocery Reward Cards are Ralph's, Safeway and Bel Air/Raley's.  While living in Los Angeles Ralph's ( http://www.ralphs.com/Pages/default.aspx)was the store I shopped at for everything on a regular basis (food and household products).  The best part about Ralph's is that if you purchased the Sunday Times it included the Ralph's Double Coupons as well as coupons from the Manufacture.  Not to mention the in-store rewards so of course Sundays were my favorite shopping days.  Here's an example of a purchase I made:  Purchase included 15 items totaling $118.56 after the double coupons, manufacture coupons,and the in-store rewards I paid about $21.76 or a little less for the entire purchase.  Amazing! Bel Air offers a lot of rewards via email along with free products.  For more information about the E-Coupons Program visit your local store or http://www.raleys.com/www/. Safeway ( http://www.safeway.com/IFL/Grocery/Home)offers a lot of buy one, get one free and other great deals for reward members.  Safeway also rewards its members by giving them a per gallon discount on gasoline at your local Safeway Gas Station.  Safeway also offers points that you earn towards free items such as Sandwiches from the in-store Deli.  So basically the Safeway rewards card is a reward in itself.

#2 General and Household Rewards Cards
Lets start with CVS Pharmacy (http://www.cvs.com/CVSApp/user/home/home.jsp) great card because it offers Cash Rewards they also offer a Beauty Card for free Beauty products.  My best discount total after my cash rewards coupons from CVS was 0.12 cents.  So make sure that you Scan, Print, then Shop.  Riteaid(http://www.riteaid.com/) also offers cash rewards and several other discounts for member's around the store.  During the holidays and back to school we receive buy one get one free rewards.  You can sign up for the rewards (http://www.riteaid.com/).  Now Walgreen's (http://www.walgreens.com/)does not have a rewards card per say but it does offer in-store coupons and rebate  book to receive cash rebate by mail or Walgreen's card.  Walgreen's also offers several of in-store discounts especially for new hot items plus an extra after the in-store coupons.  (For example:)  Walgreen's offers everything in the store indoor/outdoor decor, household products, food items and much, much,more.  So, check them out at  (http://www.walgreens.com/) {Note:Some of the buy one, get one free items are also available online at http://www.walgreens.com/) Great place to buy your vitamins...And make sure to pick up your in-store coupon books and rebates first.  The K-Mart/Sears/Land's End Card(http://www.shopyourwayrewards.com/sywr/home_do) is also great offering cash rewards in-store.  You can also earn points for items placed on layaway!  So, grab the card the next time you visit the store. Big Lot's(http://www.biglots.com/)is my all time favorite store I practically live for in there $3.00 movie section, $1.00 yarn and all the other speciality product offered from furniture-electronics this is the place.  Big Lot's is also a great place to buy laundry care items starting at $4.00.  There is definitely something for everyone in this store.  Now as for the Buzzcard(https://www.biglots.com/rewards) you can earn points for every $20.00  purchase.  Plus, you will also receive a 20% off your purchase via my last savings total was $14.13 after the 20%off.  So get the Buzz by signing up for the Buzzcard at https://www.biglots.com/rewards it's quick, easy, and simple.

#3 Mall Rewards
The Body Shop Card (http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/special-offers?cm_mmc=LabeliumSearch-_-Google-_-Brand-_-site:www.thebodyshop-usa.com%20the%20body%20shop) is great now there is a $10.00 yearly fee to receive the card but it is definitely worth it.  With the card you receive in-store discounts, free products and a free gift for your Birthday.  Plus, some of the proceeds goes to Human Trafficking in your area.  So check them out at http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/special-offers?cm_mmc=LabeliumSearch-_-Google-_-Brand-_-site:www.thebodyshop-usa.com%20the%20body%20shop.  P.F. Changs Card (http://www.pfchangs.com/index.aspx) offers 10% off your total bill and right now they have a Four-Course Meal Dinner for two for only $39.95.  P.F. Changs also offers special discount via email for Warrior Card members and something special for your Birthday.  So sign up for the Warrior Card at http://www.pfchangs.com/warriorcard/ and look for your card in the mail.  The Ultimate Rewards Card from Ulta (http://www.ulta.com/?cmpid=PSGO) is a card that offers free products, discounts and a great treat for your birthday.  Ulta also offers a lot of in-store discounts and almost every beauty product name you can think of from Bare Minerals,Benefit Cossmetics, Smashbox,Murad,Philosophy and much, much, more.  So check them out at http://www.ulta.com/store/rewards/.  Hallmark(http://www.hallmark.com/online/) Crown rewards for every card purchased you receive point towards free cards and other products.  This was my Grandma's all time favorite rewards card I think everyone should have one :) .  And also Check out the the Hallmark Movies you can watch them for free online at (http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/publish/content/consumer/home.html) there great tear-jerk er, family movies.  Godiva (http://www.godiva.com/welcome.aspx)just the name itself says it all....If you have a sweet tooth like me then this is the card for you.  With the Godiva you will receive a complementary chocolate every month, you also receive in-store and emailed specials and discounts.  Did I mention you receive free chocolate!!! So stop by your local Godiva or visit https://www.godiva.com/member/rewardlogin.aspx to sign up for the Godiva Chocolate Rewards.