There is nothing quite as enjoyable as some long weekend musings over a deep cup of coffee, and a muffin or two. Mr Chocolate even indulged me by having a decaf coffee with me, while pretending it was the real deal.
Once we had world politics sorted, discussed the plight of Australian farmers versus big corporations, the annoying-ness of facebook, a spot of fracking thrown in and what we should have for dinner. My mind was let loose on to other matters.
Olive tree in a pot. They look good, but can I make it work given my minimal sun, teeny tiny space and very pale green thumb? It wouldn’t be for ever, but could I keep it happy until we found sunnier pastures down the track?
When does a night time snack turn into an early breakfast?… Just how early can breakfast be?
Tattoos, could you, would you, should you? Is it a pregnancy induced want of mine? I think I’m keen… but then again, maybe it will pass?
Talking birth is a bit like talking religion or politics. Everyone has an opinion and things can get rather heated… aren’t people funny?
How about you? Been musing on anything lately?
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As for the muffins to go with your musings, I saw these delectable little goodies- Cranberry and Crumb Top Muffins, and I wanted to play. Actually most of the things Greg and Katherine make, I want to have a crack at. But the muffins were calling, not in a cranberry kind a way, but in a banana kind a way. Actually the bananas had developed quite a tone on them, noisy buggers. Help, my skin is turning brown, and I really need a focus! Cook with me!
Who am I to ignore a helpless banana on a bench, Banana Crumble Muffins they were to be, (and just quietly… they were kind of delicious.)
Banana Crumble Muffins
125g softened butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cardamom
2 tbls honey
1 beaten egg
3 mashed bananas
2 cups self raising flour (300g)
Mix all ingredients together except flour, then fold that through too. Spoon mixture into lined muffin tray.
Crumble Topping
2 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp dark muscavado sugar (or regular brown sugar)
2 tbsp plain flour
Mix together and spoon mixture 1/2 tsp at a time over muffins.
Bake at 180C for approximately 30 minutes or until light golden.
cityhippyfarmgirl 
What a great way to use up bananas. Your crumb top came out great. Thanks for the shout out and kind words.
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I love the look of your banana crumble muffins. Muffins are such a great way to start the day. I would love to be ‘musing’ but I’ve had a shocker of a weekend – I’ve had to work long hours both days. I need some time to muse.
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Sounds like some good musings! And I have a real thing for crumble muffins. That topping can take bland to amazing…although these look like they’d be pretty good topping-less too 🙂 I don’t think I’ve ever tried banana crumble but I now see it would work wonderfully.
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bananas are like that aren’t they! Mine often call for help! Even when I want an alternative fruit for baking but they usually add great flavour
I often muse about facebook being annoying and today was musing about how old fashioned walkmans must seem these days – makes me feel out of touch as that was the last portable stereo I owned!
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Oh i understand the call of the banana, and then I put them in the freezer (for a banana cake one day, but i don’t eat cakes often) so then after a long while they are defrosted and thrown to the chooks.. such a process.. the guilt of abandoning a banana .. c
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I’m so glad to hear I’m not the only one with musings that scatter all about… I sometimes think this is my best source for blog writing:) Re tattoos… my son just got his first and now is wanting a second (I begged him to wait) I think they’re addicting, so I’ve heard. These muffins, as well, would be addicting.. I love your photos of that yummy crumbly topping!!
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Think seriously about a tatoo, they don’t age well. I don’t like them at all, but perhaps I am showing my age.
I don’t like Facebook at all…. once again it could be my age.
What is fracking??
I am planning to put an olive tree in a huge pot beside the house in Vergemoli.
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They look lovely – I do like the crunch of a crumble atop a soft muffin.
Good luck with the olive tree if you decide to go for it 🙂
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i think if i got a tattoo my children would have me certified..:)
but on a more serious note your muffins look yumicious..
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Oh Im always musing, for seconds at a time. These muffins look great I’m a sucker for the crumble on top….. and I think they make a great breakfast
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Oh my I’ve missed so much Brydie haven’t I? 🙂
I didn’t even realise you’re pregnant! Congrats to you both.
Sure does sound like a lovely way to muse.
My musings have been pretty much with myself, and mostly about where to go with my creativity, blogs and online stores. In a tricky space at the mo, but I’m sure I’ll work it all out eventually! 🙂
Have just done a quick run through some posts I’ve missed here, and with all the delicious salads, tasty chilli concoctions, dreamy lemon delight, beautiful jewellery and spicy baby wear, I’ve had a lovely journey! x
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Snap, Brydie! We had some crumble muffin action here this week too..for lunchboxes. Banana and oatmeal with crumble and apple/oatmeal/crumble..freaky!
My musings for you today would be:
What would cityhippyfarmgirl think if she had a ‘leap baby’ on the 29th?
Should I save towards a teeny tiny spinning wheel or a fancy camera?
and..
What on earth is for dinner tonight?
Not a fan at all of facebook, I have 3 tattoos..they’re so common now but think about where on your body you get it – you may want to cover it up if going somewhere…’posh’!
Olive tree in a pot…hmmm they are supposed to be happy in a dry situation..although have you considered perhaps a bay tree? They are ridiculously slow growing and would probably do quite well in a pot and would still be teensy in a few years if you decided to move..just a thought 😉
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Mmmm. These look awesome and I love your red papers on the muffins! We’ve been on a banana bread kick using up older bananas…today’s was one with chocolate chips added. Next one will definitely be trying these crumb topped muffins.
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I really should sandwich my mouth on the subject of tattoos, like Debra I think they age decidedly badly but that’s prolly my age and prejudices.
As for Facebook — I don’t get it, I am trying to, but I don’t get it.
Banana crumble muffins, those I get. 🙂
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Are your muffin holders silicone? I have some that look just like that!
Fracking is causing some earthquake activity here in Ohio.
Facebook is annoying- but most social networks are, imo!
Talking about religion is what I do with my husband most of the time.
Thinking about birth is an exercise in joy!
I have a bay tree in a pot and it grows wonderfully! No olive tree- but it’s a thought!
Your muffins look wonderful- but i think I’ll make the cranberry ones!
Great post!
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Love your musings …. and muffin recipe is going straight to the farmstay breakfast recipes!! We shall call it ‘City Hippy Banana Crumble Muffins’
Olive tree in a pot…..My musings are: a)They do grow slowly
b) They live up to 100 yrs (which could be long enough for you to get your farm) c)I would start with a pot that is big …but not too big that you can’t get it down the stairs and into a removal van d)if you knew where your ‘land ‘ was now, you could go and secretly plant an olive tree there ready for you to arrive now and d)the olive tree is so much more than just a plant in a pot ….it is a living reminder to believe in your dream .d)Give it a go.
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EVERYONE has an opinion on birth and raising kids – yours is the one that counts 🙂 Lovely muffins, which I would eat for breakfast today if I could!
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I hear ya! Our conversations follow a very similiar thread. I have been pondering the coming election, our spring garden, why does my new rooster begin crowing at 4:00 a.m. and continue til morning?, time to get our pigs harvested, fruit trees… so many things.
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I’ve been musing on the emptying of our nest. First one out of home two weeks ago, second one away on a trip, leaving just one behind and me worrying about redundancy. Oh, and also worrying about who will eat the goodies when the baking urge comes upon me – my hips just can’t carry any more!
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Just popped over to check the latest. It seems you haven’t answered anyone for the last two days – does that mean action is happening on the baby front? I truly hope that things go well for you Brydie – sending best of wishes your way. Mariana xx
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if your baby is on his/her way i’m thinking of you and wishing you and your family a wonderful welcome to your little one brydie..x
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Oooh, they look delicious. I have a serious banana addiction so these are my kinda muffins.
Good luck with the baby I hope all is smooth sailing. Thinking of you.
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These look SOOOO good!
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