#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨
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Recipe: Blueberry Banana Pancakes {and a Giveaway}

February 21, 2014 · Ad-Free, Narrative

This post is sponsored by the US Highbush Blueberry Council in connection with the Mom It Forward Blogger Network.

Blueberry Banana Pancakes

When it comes to fruit, Madeline loves it just as much as she loves chocolate.

And that’s saying a lot.

And both kids?

Adore pancakes.

All day, every day, although they are a wee bit particular about which kinds.

With the ridiculous amount of snow days and weather delays that the kids have had over the past few weeks, one good thing has come out of it. Pancakes for breakfast on weekday mornings!

Some days chocolate chip, some days banana, and, most recently, Blueberry Banana pancakes featuring US Highbush blueberries. Pancakes are a total comfort food, no doubt, and this version is subtly sweetened with fresh blueberries and super ripe bananas. You know those bananas that are languishing on your kitchen counter that are too ripe to eat? Perfect for this recipe. The bananas keep the pancakes nice and moist, and the blueberries give it a delicious pop every time you bite into one. A quick recipe to make, using mostly ingredients you already have on hand, it’s perfect for lazy weekends, and snow day weekdays (and they freeze well too!).

To celebrate all things blueberry, the US Highbush Blueberry Council has generously offered to give one lucky Sweetnicks reader a $75 VISA gift card.

To enter this giveaway, you must complete ALL of the following, and leave a comment on this post verifying that you did so:

  • Follow @blueberry411
  • Like the Blueberry Facebook page
  • Pin any recipe from the US Highbush Blueberry Council website with the hashtag #littlechanges.

This giveaway ends at 11:59 pm on March 5, 2014, and one winner will be chosen using random.org. Good luck!

Blueberry Banana Pancakes
Recipe courtesy of Cate O’Malley

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ripe banana, mashed
1/2 cup US Highbush blueberries

Combine all ingredients in bowl, except the blueberries. Once mixed, fold in the blueberries. The batter will be slightly lumpy. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Cook until pancakes are golden brown on both sides; serve hot. Makes approximately 8 pancakes.

Disclosure: I was compensated for this post but all opinions are my own.

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Comments

  1. Debbie Jackson says

    February 23, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/100416266665889894/

    Reply
  2. Terri says

    February 24, 2014 at 9:25 am

    So fun! And I love blueberries..Followed, liked and pinned!

    Reply
  3. Christie says

    February 24, 2014 at 10:37 am

    We adore blueberries too. They are so healthy for you too. Great combination for breakfast.
    Christie recently posted..Lemon Coconut Pound Cake

    Reply
  4. Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says

    February 24, 2014 at 10:54 am

    Blueberries in my pancakes is a MUST!
    Betsy | JavaCupcake.com recently posted..Starbucks Grafenwoehr Grand Opening

    Reply
  5. Melissa M says

    February 24, 2014 at 12:57 pm

    Follow on twitter @618mom23boys
    Follow on FB Melissa Moore Vandenbosche
    Pinned http://www.pinterest.com/pin/244109242276585374/

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  6. julia says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:57 pm

    Love adding berries to pancakes! These look wonderful!
    julia recently posted..Slow Cooker Taco Soup

    Reply
  7. meredith says

    February 24, 2014 at 9:58 pm

    I love blueberries! I did all above
    fb: meredith montgomery
    twitter/pinterest: mermont84

    Reply
  8. Jessie C. says

    February 25, 2014 at 1:55 am

    Done all.
    -http://www.pinterest.com/pin/177329304052236672/

    Reply
  9. bert says

    February 25, 2014 at 9:27 am

    Thank you for the giveaway!
    Following @blueberry411 on twitter – @iamdadtastic
    I Like the Blueberry Facebook page – Bert Ruiz
    Pinned the Blueberry Soup recipe pinterest.com/pin/463448617876631153/

    Reply
  10. Kim Henrichs says

    February 25, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    I’m so ready for blueberry season!!
    I follow on twitter (@methhamfetabean)
    I follow on Facebook (Kim Henrichs)
    and pinned!
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/282178732876784016/

    Reply
  11. Kelly D says

    February 25, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    I followed on twitter(Kellydpa) and liked on FB(Kelly D Saver) and pinned:
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/170925748331876914/

    Reply
  12. DESIREE H says

    February 25, 2014 at 11:01 pm

    Following @blueberry411 on Twitter (heavensangel238)
    Liked Blueberry FB page.
    Pinned: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/334744184774998874/
    Thank you!

    Reply
  13. Danielle F. says

    February 26, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    I follow on twitter @huggingitout
    I follow on Facebook
    I pinned here: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/530017449868301181/

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  14. Shannon Finer says

    February 28, 2014 at 1:28 pm

    Mmm, yum!
    @channynn
    Following!
    http://www.pinterest.com/pin/193936327677793986/

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  15. itzia says

    February 28, 2014 at 4:24 pm

    i follow on twitter (@itzia), follow/like on facebook, and pinned a recipe: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/559994534888033066/

    Reply
  16. June Lisle says

    February 28, 2014 at 7:03 pm

    I follow on Twitter as @Battle_Cry87
    I follow on Facebook as June Lisle
    I pinned on Pinterest here http://www.pinterest.com/pin/43417583881971407/

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  17. Marti Tabora says

    February 28, 2014 at 9:08 pm

    I followed on Twitter, liked on Facebook and here is the link to my pin: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/241083386276734991/
    Thank you.

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    March 3, 2014 at 12:36 pm

    Follow @blueberry411, @WildOrchid985
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    Pin–http://www.pinterest.com/pin/397301998349427710/

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    March 4, 2014 at 9:24 am

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I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛

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#flowertherapy might be right up there with #water #flowertherapy might be right up there with #watertherapy.  Love passing the time in secret wildflower patches. As you do. 🌸
I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon I remarked how pretty that tiny sliver of the moon was on the way home tonight, and my friend pulled over right away so I could grab a photo. That’s when someone really knows you! It was just too beautiful to resist. 🌙
Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ C Weekend photos in review, old school style. ✨ 
Context: 1/ picture perfect weekend, 2/ threw together a quick meal w udon noodles, steak and broccoli, so good, 3/ the sun reflections on this painting struck me today, looked like a cross 4/ it takes all afternoon but nothing like Sunday Gravy, 5/ six months old, 6/ when he wants some serious zzzz’s, he covers his eye with his ears, the cutest, 7/ breakfast pastries at @coniglios
I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New I have plenty of reusable shopping bags since New Jersey banned the plastic ones last year. But when I spied this beauty for a buck, how could I resist? It just is so darn happy, which makes me happy. The little things aren’t so little. 💛
Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged Cheers to the weekend! This may look like a staged photo, but Lola just has ZERO boundaries and Clifford is exceptionally patient. 😂
I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s I’ve been on a smoked salmon kick lately (it’s so good for you), so when I saw that a local patisserie has a smoked salmon croissant available (weekends only), I added it to my list of things to seek out. I popped into @chocolatinenj early on Mother’s Day and was rewarded with this deliciousness. Layers of soft flaky croissant dough, tender smoked salmon, light whipped cream, thinly sliced red and green onion slivers and dotted with capers… it was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine it would be. If you’re local, don’t sleep on this one. 😋
Weekend photos in review, the belated edition. 1/ Weekend photos in review, the belated edition.

1/ hit up a few yard sales and snagged this beautiful pasta dish from Italy with my favorite color for a buck, 2/ and one of these printer trays came home with me too, 3/ pre Mother’s Day celebrations with 30 local moms, 4/ finished the weekend supervising furniture assembly
Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd bir Today would have been my friend Cathy’s 53rd birthday. Unfortunately she’s not here to celebrate because she died suddenly at age 49. I think of her often … every Mother’s Day because we spent most of them together since her husband worked weekends … when I discover a new food adventure (we once did a day long donut crawl) … when I’m sharing a special time with my kids knowing that her then-11 year old is growing up without her. Before she passed, I always appreciated every day, but since then, even more so. You never know what the next day can bring, so relish in the sunshine, surprise rainstorms, making wishes over railroad tracks and all the wonderful randomness life can throw your way. Don’t waste a single second, say yes, live on the outskirts of your comfort zone, laugh often, tell people you love them, give eight second hugs, and squeeze every ounce of joy you can out of life. Do it for the people who can’t. ✨

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