I’ve all but given up on our trip to Portland in April because airfare is over $1K for the two of us so I did a little retail therapy on Friday – Groupons for one of our favorite restaurant and my favorite bead shop, a t-shirt, a carbonator tank for my Sodastream and a Julep Maven monthly deal. I’ve been shopping for jewelry components today, but haven’t purchased anything. Yet.

Here are some of the articles I enjoyed this week.

Finding Ways To Earn More Money from Money Cactus

Practical tips for saving money? Not always. from Daily Money Shot

The Challenges of Living Frugally from Frugal Beautiful

The Rules for Using a Spousal IRA from Money Girl’s Smart Moves to Grow Rich

4 Places to Get Free Music Downloads from Impulse Saves

Master Bath Remodel on a Budget by the Family CEO