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 Disclosure: I was provided with products to facilitate this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Please see my disclosure policy)

When my friend Wendi, a Younique presenter, approached me about 3 weeks ago to review the Younique Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes+ I jumped at the opportunity to do so. I had previously reviewed the mascara from Younique before they changed the formulation and loved it then so I just knew that the 3D Fiber Lashes+ would be even more amazing! WOWZA folks! This product is absolutely spectacular! My lashes have never looked longer and I have people stop me in the store and ask if they are real! In fact, with Younique 3D Fiber Lashes+ you can increase your average lash volume by up to 400%! That is insane! 

Using the Younique Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes+ is a 3-Step Process but once you get the hang of it, it is Super Easy. I tend to put 2-3 coats on of other mascara anyway, so this really isn’t a big deal. 

What are my honest thoughts on this product? I really love how long my lashes look after I use the 3D Fiber Lashes+. To me, lashes and lips are the 2 things that I like to enhance on my face so this product does the trick for me. I would use it again and again and would definitely recommend it others. I wear contacts on a daily basis and this products was not even an issue. It wears like a dream. 

How much is this Magic Mascara? For only $29 you will receive the kit pictured above. This is a really great deal considering the beautiful and long lashes that you are going to be receiving! You are going to get so many compliments from people! And, ladies, Younique products are naturally based and chemical free. They also come with a 14 day Love It Guarantee! You have nothing to lose bu

t only beautiful lashes to gain! 

BEFORE Younique Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes+

AFTER Younique Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes+

My friend Wendi also included the Younique Stiff Upper Lip Stain in Sultry for me to review. I was super excited

to try this product as it is Smudge-Proof and Smooch-Proof. It was also a color that I would not typically pick out for myself. I tend to go for more of the Wines and Darker shades, but I have to say that I am loving this Pink shade! It is definitely smudge proof as I put it on in the morning and it was still on when I looked in the mirror in the afternoon! And, at $22 it is a great bargain! Choose from 7 beautiful shades.

Would you like the opportunity to try these products for yourself? Or, perhaps you would like to try some of the other Younique products? You can shop from Wendi’s site by going HERE to my special party that Wendi has set up just for My Sweet Savings readers. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask Wendi. She is awesome and would love to help you in any way! You will LOVE Younique products I promise! 

Disclosure: I was provided with services and a gift card for this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Please see my disclosure policy)

(photo credit: Little Greek Fresh Grill – Gulf to Bay Facebook page)

Last night my son Drew and I had the amazing opportunity to attend a Tampa Bay Bloggers event at the new Little Greek Fresh Grill on Gulf to Bay in Clearwater, FL. I have heard of the Little Greek Restaurants before but have never eaten at one. Little Greek Fresh Grill is known for their Gyros and Pitas but they also offer an entire menu of dishes that consist of Chicken, Lamb, Pork and much more. They actually have 24 locations and growing in FL, TX, AR and KY. So, even if you do not live in Clearwater, you may have a location near you! Check out their location finder HERE. 

I was not only amazed at the quality of the food that Little Greek Fresh Grill offers their customers, but also the quantity of the food. The portion sizes are huge and you definitely receive a lot for your money. The prices are very affordable and the atmosphere is one that the entire family will enjoy. You can be assured that every item you order from Little Greek Fresh Grill is fresh and made to order right in front of you.

We started the evening with the Appetizer Platter which was a sampling of some of Little Greek Fresh Grill’s finest bites. It included Spinach Pie, Falafel, Pita Bread, Hummus and Tzatziki Sauce. That Spinach Pie was so flaky and buttery and Oh my delicious! And, did I mention the Hummus? If you are a Hummus lover, this is the BEST hummus that I have ever had. It is so creamy and spreads right onto the Pita Bread. I could easily make a meal of just the Hummus and Pita Bread!

From there, we moved on to the main course. We were able to choose an entree and I went with the Chicken Skewer Meal. (Souvlaki). This is one of their Little Greek Favorite offerings and it definitely did not disappoint! The mouth-watering chicken skewers were served over a bed of rice with Greek Salad. The Chicken was not only moist and delicious but had the best grilled flavor. I could not even eat the entire meal and brought half of it home. The portion sizes are definitely big enough to share with someone else if you wish to do so. 

I love the Greek Salads that Little Greek Fresh Grill offers. They are quite unique and unlike any other Greek Salad that I have had before. Included with the Salad are Potato Salad and Beets. These items make the salad extra delicious! 

One of the newer items that Little Greek Fresh Grill is offering their customers are the Grilled Chicken Bowls. These bowls consist of Grilled Chicken, Rice and Sauteed Veggies. This is an item that I would order again and again. The veggies were so yummy and the flavor of the chicken and rice just melts in your mouth. I am definitely ordering this dish again and can see it being one of my favorites!

No Greek meal is complete with Baklava and Homemade Rice Pudding for Dessert right? The Baklava at Little Greek Fresh Grill is so buttery and the crust so flaky and delicious. I just love the layers of Filo Dough and nuts married together in a sweet melt-in-your-mouth sauce. You definitely cannot eat just one piece of this goodness!

Want to try this yummy food for yourself? Little Greek Fresh Grill Gulf to Bay is located at 2245 Gulf to Bay Blvd Clearwater Florida 33765. You may contact them at 727-270-7902. You can also follow them on Facebook and Twitter to stay in-the-know for special offers and promotions.

Disclosure: I was provided with gift cards to facilitate this review. All opinions are 100% my own.

My husband and I recently had the opportunity to check out the newly remodeled Bonefish Grill in Belleair Bluffs, Fl. Bonefish Grill is our go-to date night restaurant so we already knew that the food was going to be exceptional! We also could not wait to visit this location as the restaurant was recently remodeled.

My husband and I with our awesome server Alex

From the moment that we walked into the door we were treated like royalty! The entire staff is so gracious and there to provide each customer with a fantastic dining experience! I really loved the new decor and lighting in the restaurant as it provides such a great touch of elegance and class. 

Any meal at Bonefish Grill would not be complete without their signature Bang Bang Shrimp! This signature appetizer is perfect for sharing and consists of Crispy shrimp, tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce. I would go to Bonefish Grill just to eat this yummy appetizer all day long-it is THAT good! 

Bonefish Grill Signature Bang Bang Shrimp

For dinner I chose the Grilled Scallops and Shrimp with Asian Pan Sauce, Jasmine Rice and Veggies. This is one of my favorite offerings at Bonefish and you can usually count on me getting this each time that go! I love that wood-grilled taste that Bonefish is so famous for. 

My husband Keith opted for the Trout with Lobster Remoulade. He also had veggies and some Green Beans on the side. The dish was so fresh and the fish flaky and decadent. 

No dinner date is complete without dessert, right? We opted for the Key Lime Pie. It has just the right amount of tartness and sweetness in a flaky graham cracker crust. It was so divine and probably one of the best key lime pies that I have had.

Our experience at Bonefish Grill Belleair Bluffs was a very positive one and we had such a great time. I want to personally thank Alex our awesome server and all of the staff for making us feel so special! If you are in the area I highly suggest that you check them out. Bonefish Grill Belleair Bluffs is located at 2939 West Bay Drive Belleair Bluffs, FL. 

Headed to Bonefish Grill in the near future? Be sure to take advantage of the $10 coupon offer HERE. Coupon is good through August 24th and is only valid after 4pm for Dinner service. Please see coupon for full details.

Disclosure: I was provided with services at Tin Drum AsianCafe in exchange for this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Please see my disclosure policy) 

I had the opportunity earlier this week to take my family and check out the new Tin Drum AsiaCafe in Tampa, FL. Tin Drum AsiaCafe originated in Atlanta, GA, but they are open

ing new stores here in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. In fact, they have plans to open many stores in the near future.

What is Tin Drum AsiaCafe? Tin Drum AsiaCafe is not your typical Asian Restaurant. Their dynamic menu mixes Asian flare with bold flavors. They are unique in that they offer dishes from Thailand, Pakistan, Japan, India China, Singapore, and Vietnam all on one menu lineup! They also offer Gluten Free and Vegetarian items which is a huge plus!

The decor inside of the Tin Drum AsiaCafe is done to perfection. There are colorful balloons hanging from the ceiling and an Asian flare is present throughout the entire store with the wall hangings and color artwork.

My son Drew and I had the Sweet and Sour Chicken Stir-Fry. It was to die for! Everything about the dish is so fresh! The pineapples, green peppers and onions burst in my

mouth with delicious flavor. The chicken in the dish is quite tasty as well. They marinate the chicken in Lemongrass to give it a unique yet delicious flavor. It is then coated with a crispy breading and cooked to perfection!

My son Brady and my Mom had the Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry. They really liked this dish as well. I took a bit of Brady’s to taste test it and it was yummy! The Chicken Teriyaki Stir-Fry has fresh mushrooms, cabbage, onions, scallions, carrots and a sweet soy glaze all served over a bed of white steamed rice.

Brady is a Chopstick Master! 

I can’t begin to tell you how delicious that these dishes taste. Each dish is made fresh and brought right to your table steaming hot!  Tin Drum AsiaCafe really cares about their customers and they will even customize your dishes for you if you prefer. For example, if you are watching your carb intake you can get your dish over Sauteed Spinach instead of rice. Just ask them and they are more than willing to accomodate your menu preference.

One of the best-selling menu items at Tin Drum AsiaCafe is their Crab N Cheese Spring Rolls. All I can say is that these are little gems of yumminess! You won’t be able to eat just one! These spring rolls are filled with a Crab and a Green Onion Cheese Mixture that is out of this world! It is served with a Sweet N Sour Dip that is sure to knock your socks off!

I especially love how Tin Drum AsiaCafe has a huge focus on helping the needy in the Tampa Bay area. In fact,Tin Drum Asiacafé is promoting sales of its signature chocolate-dipped fortune cookies to benefit Eckerd’s Friends of the Children, a revolutionary program in Tampa Bay that pairs foster children with full-time, salaried, trained mentors through high school graduation.

Make sure that you stay in-the-know of all the latest offers and promotions that Tin Drum Asiacafe offers. You can follow them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

One of my favorite promotions that Tin Drum AsiaCafe offers is on Saturday and Sunday. Get a FREE Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult entree. Pack up the family and head out to Tin Drum AsiaCafe for a yummy lunch or dinner!

The Tampa Tin Drum AsiaCafe location is at 3689 Tampa Rd, Ste 305, Tampa Fl. 34677.

Disclosure: I was provided with a GameTime Family Pack to facilitate this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

My family and I recently had the opportunity to check out GameTime in Tampa, Florida. We had a blast and I would highly recommend it to anyone! If you have kiddos and need to entertain them this Summer or you are looking for a fun place to host a Birthday party, GameTime is the place to go! This is even a place for Adults to unwind and have a great time! 

We started off our GameTime adventure with Pizza and Drinks in the GameTime Restaurant. The pizza was delicious and quite large! We could not even finish it all! Brady, was so excited about playing games that he hardly ate a bite of pizza.

There are so many Fun things to do at GameTime that you will have a hard time deciding what to play first! Choose from Arcade Games, Air Hockey, Simulators and so much more! 

One of my favorite offers available at GameTime is the Sunday Family 4 Pack! On Sunday, you can Get (4) 1-hour Timed-Play Game Cards* with a large 1-topping pizza for only $39.99! 

GO HERE to sign up for the FUN CLUB and get 2 hours of FREE GameTime at any location! You can stay up to date on all of the latest GameTime promotions and offers by following them on Facebook and Twitter.

GameTime has Florida locations in Miami, Tampa, Sebring, Panama Beach, Vero Beach and Mary Esther. 

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My boys love this kind of thing, so we will definitley be checking out GameTime in Tampa! GameTime is a Family Entertainment Center with many locations throughout Florida. They offer fun indoor amusement with something for all ages and a great place to have a birthday party or celebration. Each of their venues has an array of video arcade games, simulators, redemption machines, & more!

Join the FUN CLUB and Receive 2 Hours of FREE GameTime in any location!
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*Timed play card not valid on photo, prize or some e-ticket dispensing games. Timed play cards will not accrue e-tickets. This is NOT a coupon, you must sign-up online for the Fun Club prior to your visit to receive this offer.

This Mother’s Day – Sunday May 10, 2015 – MOMS EAT FREE! Come join us in Miami or Tampa for this special offer! http://www.gametimeplayers.com/mom-eats-free-mothers-day/

GameTime offers fun indoor amusement with something for all ages and a great place to celebrate Mom on Mother’s Day. Play a round of family friendly video arcade games, ride our simulators, and win Mom an iPad, iPod or some Beats in our rockin’ redemption machines!
Each of our Restaurants and Sports Bars offer a fantastic menu that Mom is certain to have a great dining experience. In Miami we are adding over $1 million in upgrades to our entire center, and the largest part of our project lies in our restaurant and bar. Mom will certainly be impressed and will love the entire experience! 
*Mom will receive one entree or appetizer FREE with the purchase of one entree, appetizer or kids meal. Max. two offers allowed per table. Promotional offer cannot be combined with any other offer. Offer valid at GameTime Miami and Tampa only where food and beverage is served.*

 Disclosure: I was provided with salon services for this review. All thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

St. Petersburg/Tampa area readers, have you had a chance to visit Pure Natural Nail Lounge & Spa? This is an All-Natural upscale Nail Salon, Beauty Salon and Day Spa all housed together in one convenient location right in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg. Owner Lan (pictured above with me) has done a superb job to make this a relaxing and elegant atmosphere for all who enter. She is so sweet and thrives on making each customer’s experience a remarkable one! 

Pure Natural Nail Lounge & Spa strives to make your personal care experiences as natural and relaxing as they can be, minus the chemical odors often associated with nail care products and services. It’s time for you to achieve “Total, Pure Relaxation”!

I had the opportunity to visit the Spa again a few weeks ago for a pedicure and I had such a wonderful experience. The Pure Natural staff treats each person with such care and they listen to your needs and wants throughout your spa experience. I cannot speak highly enough about Pure Natural Nail Lounge & Spa. If you are looking for a Nail Lounge that is Classy and Elegant but gives you Fantastic results, please give them a try! Make sure that you let them know that Heather from My Sweet Savings sent you in!

Pure Natural Nail Lounge & Spa not only caters to Women, but to Men and Children as well. There are special services offered for each individual to make them feel special! You can even reserve a VIP private lounge for a Birthday Party or Girl’s Night Out! You can see all the salon services offered HERE.

You can stay up to date on all of the latest promotions and offers from Pure Natural Nail Lounge & Spa by following them on Facebook, Twitter or the Pure & Natural Nail Lounge & Spa Website. 

Pure & Natural Nail Lounge & Spa is located at 101 First Avenue North St. Petersburg, Florida 33701. You may contact them by phone at 727-914-7655.