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Our honest Celebrity Reflection review
This honest review of our Celebrity Reflection Eastern Caribbean cruise will help you decide if this ship and itinerary is right for you. In this post, we cover our cabin, the ship, itinerary, favorites, and what we think could have made our experience even better....
70+ things to do in Pawhuska after you’ve eaten at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile
Searching for things to do in Pawhuska, Oklahoma? Look no further. You've come to the right place. We're Steve and Ann Teget and in 2017, we stopped in Pawhuska for lunch at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile. We were intrigued by this unique place and a year later, we...
Three years later: A review of our Chrysler Pacifica
Because three years have gone by since we bought it, we thought it might be time to give you an update and review of our Chrysler Pacifica. After all, we've had plenty of time (and about 70,000 miles) to experience all it has to offer. Review of Chrysler Pacifica's...
Downton Abbey The Exhibition photo gallery
Downton Abbey The Exhibition took us inside the Crawley family estate and down the steps to the servants quarters. In early 2019, we were invited to visit Downton Abbey The Exhibition in Rosemary Square in West Palm Beach, Fla. Huge Downton Abbey fans, we took our...
5 tips for eating healthy while traveling
Eating healthy while traveling isn't as difficult as you might think. With a little pre-planning, you can not only eat healthier while you're on vacation, but also feel better and have more energy to enjoy your time away. Here are five tips we've used to eat healthy...
Things to do in wonderful Wahpeton, North Dakota
Admittedly, we didn’t expect we’d find many things to do in Wahpeton, North Dakota. It’s a small town in the southeast part of the state with a population of 8,000. It is perhaps best known as home to the World’s Largest (fiber glass) Catfish called “Wahpper.” But...
Join us on our first Friends of Postcard Jar Cruise!
Friends of Postcard Jar Cruise...updated April, 2022 Come sail away with us on our first Friends of Postcard Jar Cruise! We would love for you to join us (Steve and Ann) along with other friends and readers of our blog, Postcard Jar, on a 7-night Eastern Caribbean...
Where we’re traveling this week (hint: it’s warm there)
Updated April 8, 2022 We are back in Florida this week to spend some time in the Keys and then cruise the Eastern Caribbean on the Celebrity Reflection. Ann may be having one or more surgeries in the next few months, so we’re taking advantage of this time between...
Is “The Retreat” worth it on Celebrity Cruises?
Is Celebrity Cruises' "The Retreat" worth it? We see this question asked often online. In our opinion, if the price tag fits your budget, it is totally worth it. The Retreat is ship-within-a-ship concept offering specialized, upgraded amenities and services for those...
The most romantic travel experiences for couples
Need some ideas for romantic travel experiences and destinations? Whether you're planning a couples weekend getaway or searching for a place to celebrate an anniversary, this post is sure to ignite your imagination and the romance. Here are a few of the most romantic...
What it means to go red for women
Each year, many of us "Go Red for Women" in an effort to bring more awareness to heart disease and stroke. It's with good cause. Heart disease is the No.1 killer of women—killing more than all forms of cancer combined. In fact, one in three women will die of heart...
Why you need to plan for vacation in the Midwest
Did you know that people who plan for vacation are happier? In general those who plan for vacation are happier with everything from their personal relationships to their work/life balance, health, well-being and their job. It’s true. [gallery columns="2" size="large"...
Things to do in Jamestown, North Dakota
There are so many interactive things to do in Jamestown, North Dakota, that we didn’t want to leave. Trust us when we say that you’ll want to discover Jamestown on your next summer vacation. Located between Fargo and Bismarck on Interstate 94, Jamestown has a perfect...
Things we consider before we travel during the pandemic
To travel or not to travel during the pandemic? That is the question we’ve been asking ourselves a lot the past few weeks. And let’s face it - deciding whether or not to travel during this pandemic can be difficult. Recently, we confronted the conundrum of whether to...
What I eat in a day on Noom
What do you actually eat on Noom? This is the question I get asked most about my healthy living journey and 130-pound weight loss on Noom. When people see my weight loss transformation, most are curious about what I eat and what I don’t eat. In this blog post I’ll...
FREE printable to show appreciation for delivery drivers
Looking for a way to show appreciation for your delivery drivers? I don't know about all of you, but we are more grateful than ever this year for the incredibly hard working women and men who deliver packages to our door. We've done almost all our our shopping online...
Eight cool things to do in Grand Forks, North Dakota
With so many legendary things to do in Grand Forks, North Dakota, it might just be the coolest city you've never visited. When you roll into town, you're immediately greeted by a winky smile on the city's water tower - and the cool factor doesn't stop there. Grand...
Traditional anniversary gift ideas for couples who love to travel
Looking for traditional anniversary gift ideas for a couple who likes to travel? We've got you covered. For the first nine years of marital bliss, anyway. Steve and I were married Aug. 27, 2011, after one year of dating and a two-month engagement. Our ceremony at...
Nine tips to avoid gaining weight on a cruise
Want to know how to avoid gaining weight on a cruise? Truth be told, we’ve been on 13 cruises and gained weight on nine of them. It wasn’t until we took the lessons we’d learned from the Noom app and the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, that we figured out a way to...
In memory of my friend, Amy Schmitt
Two years ago today, I lost one of my best friends. I didn't write about then. It was too difficult. My friend, Amy Schmitt, fought breast cancer for several years before leaving this world on June 30, 2019. The photo at the top of this post is the last one we took...
Is cruising safe and will we cruise again?
Is cruising safe and will you get on a cruise ship again? These are two questions we’ve been asked a lot lately, as we've begun our careful transition back into travel. As you may know, we’re big fans of cruising. We had just disembarked from our 13th cruise in...
20+ best things to do outdoors in Pawhuska, Oklahoma
We've compiled this list of the 20 best things to do outdoors in Pawhuska, Okla. Whether you're in town to visit the Pioneer Woman's Mercantile, learn about the Osage Nation, or get a glimpse of a Hollywood movie in production, there's plenty to do outside. So if...
Legends Outlets: One stop for a complete summer wardrobe
Don't you wish buying a complete seasonal wardrobe could be made easier? Well, it can be at Legends Outlets in Kansas City, Kansas. We recently partnered with Legends Outlets to show you how to build your spring/summer capsule wardrobe while only having to park your...
11 reasons you must try Chaz on the Plaza in Kansas City
Forget what you think you know about hotel restaurants, because Chaz on the Plaza is different. While many hotels offer on-site dining that is just fine, Chaz on the Plaza in Kansas City's Raphael Hotel offers a true fine dining experience. With its upscale ambiance,...
9 ways The Raphael Hotel in Kansas City helps you relax and unwind
When you're ready to relax and unwind, the historic Raphael Hotel in Kansas City is the ideal place for a getaway. A sophisticated boutique hotel, it's just steps away from Kansas City's premier retail center, Country Club Plaza. Whether you're planning a couple's...
Escape to Italy with us this week
Ciao! Are you ready to escape to Italy with us (virtually, of course)? It's Italy Week at Postcard Jar! We hope you'll join us on our social media channels as we all learn more about what makes Italy such a special travel destination. While this may not be the right...
The best low-calorie egg roll in a bowl recipe
I think we finally nailed the best low-calorie egg roll in a bowl recipe. And better yet, we actually wrote it down! Egg roll in a bowl is a high protein, low-carb dish that is very satisfying and can be on the table in 15-20 minutes. With just 140-180 calories per...
How to have a romantic Valentine’s Day at home with the help of Hy-Vee
Do you need ideas for a romantic Valentine's Day at home this year? Normally, we look forward to cooking Valentine's dinner at home together. But like most of you, we've done that about 857 times since the start of the pandemic. So this year, we partnered with our...
6 of the best crostini recipes you’ll ever make
We're sharing six of the best crostini recipes we've ever made and you can easily make them, too! Homemade crostini are the perfect bite-sized appetizer for gatherings. But portions can also easily be sized down for just one or two people, like us. Made with...
8 delicious and healthy ways to eat potatoes
You may not think there are healthy ways to eat potatoes, and we know why. We're used to eating them as high-fat and high-calorie french fries or chips. If we don't fry them, we often load them up with butter, cheese, and bacon. But none of these are the potato's...
Why you should hike the Prairie Earth Trail near Pawhuska, Oklahoma
The Prairie Earth Trail system was a pleasant surprise that we found less than 20 miles from our home in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. The day after Christmas we found ourselves with a combination of free time and gorgeous weather. It was the kind of day that was so beautiful...
10 tips for weight loss success with Noom
Ready to achieve weight loss success with Noom? We are a husband and wife who have lost a combined 200+ pounds with the help of the Noom weight loss app. In this post, we're sharing our tips to help you reach your goals. Note: This post contains affiliate links. As...
Pandemic date night: How to bring the romance in your minivan
It turns out that it is possible to have a romantic, low-risk pandemic date night and still follow CDC's guidelines. All it takes is a little planning and creativity -- and I'm lucky that my wife, Ann, has strength in both those areas. Note: This post contains...
We’re headed back to Rochester, Minn., to the Mayo Clinic
We are headed back to Rochester, Minn., today. I will be having a few scans and follow up visits at the Mayo Clinic. As you may recall, I had surgery in September to remove and replace one of my pacemaker/ICD leads. The surgery went really well and this week I'll just...
How to make this festive Christmas charcuterie board
Making a festive Christmas charcuterie board is actually not that difficult. Today, I'm sharing my tips for creating a beautiful board, along with a list of groceries you'll need. I love making Christmas charcuterie boards for parties and gatherings during the...
Best chocolate pie recipe that you don’t have to bake
The best chocolate pie recipe we've ever found is the one Ann's step-mom shared with her years ago. It is said to have been the one used by Bishop's Buffet in Lincoln, Neb. It is rich and creamy and super easy to make. Even those like me who do not follow recipes well...
You need to try this quick and easy make-ahead frozen salad recipe
Mardu's make-ahead frozen salad recipe is a Thanksgiving tradition in Steve's family. It has been served at most holiday gatherings as long as Steve can remember. This week, Steve's mom, Gayle Teget, showed us how to make this family favorite during a Facebook live...
The best deviled eggs recipe from Ann’s mom, Carol
Ann's mom, Carol, is the best deviled egg maker around. Deviled eggs are her speciality and whenever she brings them to a holiday gathering, they go quickly. Like they may not make it until the time dinner is served. Typically, she makes at least three dozen eggs for...
Nine great places to eat in Wichita as suggested by locals
We recently found several great places to eat in Wichita though we didn’t dine in at even one restaurant. Yes, it is possible, and we found a way to do it during the pandemic of 2020. In part because of my suppressed immune system and health issues, it had been nearly...
This Airbnb in Pawhuska needs to be on your holiday bucket list
Our Airbnb in Pawhuska called Postcard Place is decorated for Christmas and welcoming guests this holiday season. Click HERE to book today! In addition to being decked out for the holidays, we've worked hard to keep Postcard Place clean and sanitized. And, with...
Outdoor activities in Wichita that will help you get in all your steps
Outdoor (and socially-distanced) activities in Wichita, Kan., were just what we were hoping to find when we ventured out to a new place for the first time in months. We've been working on losing weight and developing more healthy habits over the past few years. Now we...
Our little hike on the prairie at Spring Creek
Yesterday was one of those awesome fall days in Nebraska that is just right for a little hike on the prairie. The sun was shining, it was 80 degrees, and there wasn't a cloud in the sky. It would have been a perfect day for college football here. Sadly, our beloved...
A few of our favorite foods to grill this summer
Looking for some new favorite foods to grill this summer? Like many of you, we've spent more time at home than usual this summer (and used our grill more, especially since we started using the Noom weight loss app. We've rounded up a few of our favorite grill recipes...
Easy recipe for making roti flatbread
I started making roti flatbread early in the pandemic and home isolation when our craving for Indian food reached a fever pitch. We missed the warm, soft flatbread we'd had at Indian restaurants so much that one day in desperation I Googled how to prepare it. I found...
10 foods to lose weight (I’ve lost 100 lbs. so far) with Noom
Since losing more than 100 130 (updated 1.27.22) pounds with Noom, I've been asked over and over, "What foods do you eat to lose all that weight?" Well, you might be surprised at some of my answers. Here are 10 foods that I eat regularly that have helped me (and my...
Is traveling worth the risk? How we’re deciding when and how to travel safely
Have you struggled with making decisions about whether travel is worth the risk to you and others? And if you do travel when and how do you travel safely in the midst of a global health crisis? We sure have thought a lot about these issues. Before the worldwide...
Refinishing a wood deck with Rustoleum RockSolid Deck Resurfacer
It took some time and a lot of hard work, but with the help of our friend, Gio, we finally finished our 70-foot deck renovation with Rustoleum RockSolid Deck Resurfacer! If you’re a regular follower of our Instagram and Facebook stories (thank you), you know that we...
Easy 4-ingredient artisan bread that will impress
Y'all, fancy artisan bread that will impress guests is easy to make. I'd never dreamed of baking a loaf of bread like this until I saw a beautiful loaf baked by our friend Bill Clevlen of Bill on the Road. I immediately messaged him and asked for the recipe. He...
How we plan to drive six hours without stopping at a restroom
For the first time in almost three months, we're going to drive six hours to our home in Oklahoma and we're not planning to stop at a public restroom. Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, we've been self isolating in Nebraska. Ann has an underlying heart...
Best Mother’s Day gifts you can buy online
Need some last minute shopping ideas for the best Mother's Day gifts? We've compiled a list of 11gift ideas we've found through our travels that are sure to please the mom (or any woman, really) on your list. And, you can purchase all these gifts online so you...
What we’ve lost (and gained) on our healthy living journey with Noom
One year ago this week, we decided it was time to start a healthy living journey. We’d been living, um, large, and we realized that it was time to make a change for our overall health. After an ad for Noom scrolled across Ann’s Facebook feed, we did a little research...
Baking the DoubleTree hotel’s Signature Cookie recipe
We were thrilled that DoubleTree Hotels by Hilton recently shared its signature cookie recipe. During the Coronavirus pandemic, we haven't been traveling, and have missed these cookies filled with chewy, chocolaty goodness. DoubleTree guests receive the freshly baked...
How to make handmade Tuscan pasta and vegetarian sauce
Learning to make handmade Tuscan pasta isn't that difficult, especially when taught by Tuscans who make it all the time. While isolated in our home in Nebraska this week because of the coronavirus outbreak, we learned (via the internet) how to make handmade Tuscan...
Prayers for healthcare workers, including our daughter, the nurse
Healthcare workers need our prayers. I woke up before my alarm at 5:20 a.m. this morning. Maybe it was a mother’s intuition. Maybe it was an anxious heart. Two states away in Oklahoma, our daughter Meghan should have been waking up in her one-bedroom apartment and...
Low-calorie mushroom wild rice soup recipe from a Noom nerd
This mushroom wild rice soup is one of my new favorites and is great for my Noom weight loss plan. If you're new here, my husband and I have lost about 145 pounds together (and 80 of those were mine) using the Noom weight loss app. One of the best strategies that has...
A word about “those people”
We are staying home. We've been here for almost a week now because Ann is one of "those people." You know the ones. Those people with an underlying health issue. Those people with a suppressed immune system. One of those people who could become seriously ill, need...
Terrific ways to experience travel without leaving home
We love exploring the world, but with social distancing due to the coronavirus right now, we had to find a way to travel without leaving home. Here are more than a dozen ideas to curb your wanderlust when you're confined to your own house. Note: This post contains...
What’s new at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile this spring
Spring is in the air, and no place is that more true than The Pioneer Woman Mercantile in Pawhuska, Okla. Ree Drummond and her team have embraced the season and have been busy at work to keep things fresh. Here’s a look at what’s new at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile...
Thoughts from a travel blogging couple on Coronavirus and travel
Updated: March 14, 2020 Note: Stay up to date with current Coronavirus travel information from reliable sources and recognized institutions including the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization. If you are looking for medical advice, please...
An over-the-top Valentine’s weekend at The Pioneer Woman Boarding House
We had planned to spend Valentine's Day the way we have most years; cooking a nice meal together at home and splurging on one of our "really good" bottles of wine. We tabled those plans when The Pioneer Woman invited us to spend Valentine's weekend at her...
Cruise ship etiquette: How to not get labeled “that (annoying) guy”
Sometimes people amaze me. On cruises, most folks understand good cruise ship etiquette. Sadly, it seems that each cruise also has "that guy" (or gal) who sucks away the fun just by being there. You know who I'm talking about, right? There's always that one guy or gal...
A Noom nerd’s low-calorie chicken tortilla soup recipe
So, I'm not a recipe person. Never have been. That's probably why I'm a terrible baker. I get ahead of myself. I don't read the whole thing. I add or subtract ingredients as I go. That's just me. But today, I made an attempt at crafting a recipe for a low-calorie...
Does Noom work? See how we’ve lost 126.3 pounds using the app
We get asked all the time, "Does Noom work?" Well, today marks exactly eight months since we started using the Noom weight loss app. Together, we've lost a combined total of 126.3 pounds (yes, we count every ounce) and all while traveling regularly. We lost weight...
Back to Mayo Clinic to jump start our healthy living plan for 2020
We are back in Rochester, Minnesota, this week and for the first time, it's not because of Ann's chronic illness. No, this time we're here to experience the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program. Our healthy lifestyle journey If you're new to Postcard Jar, you may not...
All our best holiday gift ideas for travelers
Looking for some of the best gift ideas for travelers on your holiday shopping list? As regular readers of our blog know, we are avid travelers. Over the course of our journeys, we’ve found some things that we simply HAVE to have when traveling. Note that some of the...
Gift ideas for the home cook or foodie on your shopping list
Need some great gift ideas for the home cook on your list? We've got you covered. As regular readers of our blog know, we’ve been losing weight, but that has only made us focus more on the quality of food that we eat and cook at home. Because we want every calorie to...
Gifts for cruisers on your holiday shopping list
As regular readers of our blog know, we are avid cruisers, and simply love every minute we spend at sea. Cruising is a unique type of vacation, and there are some things we’ve found that really help smooth out the seas while we’re on board. We've put together...
Postcard Jar’s road trip gift guide for the holidays
Who doesn't love a good road trip? One of our greatest pleasures is hopping in the car and just driving somewhere. Whether you’re stuffing a stocking or giving a big gift, this road trip gift guide offers ideas for things that every road tripper will appreciate having...
Exploring Rochester, Minnesota, on our visit to the Mayo Clinic
We've been to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, more than a dozen times in the past five years. In fact, we started our blog, Postcard Jar, from there in 2014, just before Ann was diagnosed with a chronic disease called cardiac sarcoidosis. Typically, our trips...
Barbecue to Boba drinks: The best places to eat and drink in Kansas City, Kansas
A few weeks ago, we put on our stretchy pants and in a span of about 40 hours, sampled food and drinks from 20 different places to eat in Kansas City, Kansas. Yes, we ate a good amount barbecue - a local tradition and favorite. But we also tasted foods and beverages...
Why fans of “The Music Man” need to visit Mason City, Iowa
If you're a fan of "The Music Man" like I am, you are beside-yourself-excited at the thought of seeing Hugh Jackman bring Harold Hill back to life on Broadway in 2020. But before you head to the Big Apple to see the show, you should first visit Mason City, Iowa, where...
Eating our way through Kansas City, Kansas
We've been working hard at losing weight, but we'll be slowing down a bit this week. At least for 43 hours. We're headed out for a Foodie FAM called "A Taste of Kansas City, Kansas." Over the next couple of days, we'll be hosted by Visit Kansas City, Kansas, on a FAM...
Amenities that will impress your Airbnb (or house) guests
As frequent travelers, we are constantly taking mental notes of amenities that impress us in hotels and Airbnbs. So when we opened up our home in Pawhuska, Okla., called Postcard Place through Airbnb, we wanted to include amenities that would impress our guests....
Our pick for the best vehicle for travel and road trips
Earlier this summer, we decided it was probably time to trade in our 2015 Chevy Colorado for a new vehicle for travel. I have loved having a mid-sized pick up truck. However, besides an occasional trip to the dump with recycling and helping friends move furniture, we...
Memorial Stadium tour in Lincoln – what to expect (and watch for)
On our Memorial Stadium tour in Lincoln, Neb., we noticed the Orange Bowl trophy from Jan. 2, 1998, is missing from the trophy case. Amazingly, no one from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is too worried. That's because it's right where it should be: in Husker head...
How we’ve celebrated our marriage with wedding anniversary photos
We were married on the morning of August 27, 2011. Every August 27 since, we've taken a picture in the morning holding the photo we took the previous year. We wind up with kind of a tunnel where we can look back across the years. The differences in each picture show a...
Bars on the Celebrity Edge – A well researched guide
There are at least 10 bars on the Celebrity Edge - the cruise line's newest ship. In an effort to provide you with everything you need to know about the watering holes on board before your cruise, we immersed ourselves in extensive research on your behalf. And, we...
Our Airbnb in Pawhuska – Yes, we let strangers sleep in our bed
We opened our home and Airbnb in Pawhuska called Postcard Place in 2019 and have been welcoming guests from all over the country. And no, we're not too freaked out that total strangers are regularly sleeping in our bed. Honestly, we have really enjoyed having people...
12 tips for good elevator etiquette on a cruise
Elevators on cruise ships are constantly in use. Every single hour, elevators carry folks up to the buffet, and down to the theater. They are filled with kids heading up to the pool and adults going down to the bars, shops and casino. And we're here to attest, not...
Our daughter, Meghan, is done with nursing school and we’re celebrating!
It has been a big week for our family. Our only daughter, Meghan, finished a 14-month accelerated nursing program at The University of Oklahoma and is now a nurse. Meghan earned her bachelor's degree in Foreign Language and Literature - Spanish at the University of...
12 touches that make The Pioneer Woman’s Boarding House one of the best boutique hotels in America
The Pioneer Woman's Boarding House in Pawhuska, Oklahoma, is booked solid and with good reason. It’s full of extra touches that make the eight-room boutique hotel one of the best in America. 1. Friendly staff Let’s face it, the open, welcoming, charming folks of...
Travel tip: What you’ll need to do laundry while traveling
If you're planning to be away from home more than a few days, and you don't want to bring every item in your wardrobe, you have to plan for laundry while traveling. We used to leave home knowing that somewhere down the line we'd find a laundromat and figure it out....
Swim with whale sharks and other tips for your visit to the Georgia Aquarium
Founder of Home Depot Bernie Marcus and his wife Billi added depth to the phrase, “improving home improvement” when they gave $250 million to help create the Georgia Aquarium in 2005. Now, animals that would have perished in the wild live alongside others born in...
How we’re losing weight while traveling
To answer your question, yes, we’re losing weight while traveling. And no worries, we still consider ourselves foodies who eat out regularly when we travel. Many of you have noticed and mentioned our weight loss recently. We haven’t said a lot about it because … well,...
Surprise yourself with a vacation to legendary North Dakota
When we told people we were going on a 14-day road trip to “legendary” North Dakota, we got one of two responses: a blank stare, or a polite, "Why?" In all honesty, there was only one reason: We’d agreed to speak at a conference and that conference was in North...
Cooking paella with The Pioneer Woman’s friend, Hyacinth, and The Chef & The Dish
This post contains references to our experience with The Chef & The Dish. We may receive compensation when you click on links to its products. How I ended up cooking with The Pioneer Woman's friend, Hyacinth, is an interesting story. When we bought a home where...
We’re headed to Medora, North Dakota, for the musical and so much more
We’re turning our course northward to speak about building engagement with blog readers at the Midwest Travel Network conference in Medora, North Dakota. Ann and I have long loved the fact that we often hear from blog readers and that y'all feel comfortable reaching...
So much to celebrate including weddings, graduations, and Ann’s 50th birthday
Like many of you, I'm sure, we've spent much of this spring celebrating graduations, birthdays, grand openings, engagements, and weddings. Our schedules have been fast paced and we've felt so blessed to have so many things to celebrate with friends and family. Thought...
Ree Drummond’s ice cream shop: An inside scoop
Here's the inside scoop on The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond's ice cream shop in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. Since we now have a home just blocks from The Pioneer Woman Mercantile, we've been anxiously awaiting the opening of Ree's latest venture -- Charlie's Sweet Shop. We were...
Tillamook Creamery, because ice cream and cheese
I love ice cream. And I love cheese. When Ann and I realized our trip along the Oregon coast would take us through a town named Tillamook, we wondered if God loved us so much that he put the factory of our favorite cheese right in our path. It turns out, He did! Of...
How to make a salty dog and a cucumber martini
This week, we are showing you how to make a salty dog cocktail and a cucumber martini. Just for fun, we took our Friday cocktail hour on the road again and set up the bar at Salt Creek Marketplace in downtown Pawhuska, Oklahoma. We just love this new boutique that is...
Travel tip: 5 uses for empty pill bottles when you travel
Looking for a use for those empty pill bottles you just can't bear to throw away? Well, we've got a prescription (ha!) for you. If you're like us, you keep empty pill bottles around because you know there must be a good use for these small, lightweight, secure and...
An update on our Pawhuska house and a question for you
If you follow Postcard Jar on social media, you've heard us mention our Pawhuska house quite a bit lately. In between trips for our blog, appointments and our other responsibilities, we've been fixing up a house in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. We bought the house last summer,...
12 tips for your visit to The Pioneer Woman’s lodge on Drummond Ranch
The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond and her husband, Ladd, have been so generous to open up their Oklahoma lodge on Drummond Ranch to visitors. In fact, people come from near and far for the opportunity to drive 18 miles into the country to visit The Lodge, which serves as...
How to make a Manhattan and Classic Daiquiri
Do you enjoy indulging yourself every now and again? We do. One of our favorite ways to treat ourselves is with a well-crafted cocktail. We love using fresh juices and herbs along with good spirits to make a memorable beverage. There’s something exciting about mixing...
Our picks for best April Fool’s Day posts 2019
Do you love April Fool's Day as much as we do? Each year, we look forward to playing harmless pranks on each other and we've even written a few April Fool's Day blog posts like the one about Ann's first visit to a nude beach. This year, we noticed more and more...
Yes, we ate a jellied beef ring on our trip through the South
We’ve featured a lot of unique restaurants on our blog. But none compares to the culinary experience we had earlier this year while road tripping across the south. Flabbergasted (yes, that’s the name of the place) is known across the South for its vintage jellied beef...
Seven tips for your visit to the Dolphin Research Center in Marathon, Florida
The Dolphin Research Center in Marathon, Florida, is one of my all-time, favorite travel destinations. It has been since I was a kid. As you may or may not know, my family has had a home in the Florida Keys for as long as I can remember. My grandparents built it long...
20 Things to do in Kearney, Nebraska while you wait on the cranes
Sitting in the blind you're amazed at the noise coming from the river. The cranes get louder and more frenzied, reaching a crescendo you simply weren't expecting. Suddenly, tens of thousands of huge birds take to the air, wings flapping, the squeaking even louder now....
Inspiring the next step on your journey