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August 11, 2014 by: Shell

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It used to be that my period was just something inconvenient, but it didn’t really change much about my daily routine (other than being sure not to wear white pants- never had an issue, but thanks to books I read as a teen it’s still ingrained in me that it’s a no-no).

But these days, my period can completely knock me on my butt and make me miserable. Here’s how I’ll spend a day during that time of the month (and end up with a really delicious treat by day’s end).

Honey Rolls 

Put on my comfy clothes and tie my hair back.

In a large mixing bowl, put 1 cup of warm water and then pour in 1 package (2 teaspoons) yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes.

Go change into a different pair of pants because I need the most-comfy ones, not just regular-comfy ones.

Add 1/4 cup honey, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 egg to the yeast water and stir. 

Add 3 cups of flour and stir until dough forms. 

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8 minutes. 

All those little irritations (like just who put the milk on the left side of the fridge instead of the right and why can’t anyone else other than me replace the toilet paper) get taken out on the dough instead of just snapping at everyone around me.

Put the dough into a lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and a dish/hand towel. Let the dough rise in a warm area until it doubles in size (about 2 hours.)

Pour a drink; grab my favorite book and head to my favorite spot in the house. Read/nap until the timer goes off. If possible, ignore everyone else during this time.

Punch the dough down and divide into 12-15 equal portions, shaping each into a round ball. Place in a pan (I use a pie pan) coated lightly with cooking spray. Cover with a towel and let rise for another 20 minutes.

Go take a hot shower to get rid of some of that back pain/cramping.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Locate my hidden stash of chocolate and eat a piece or 12 since these rolls aren’t ready yet.

In a small bowl, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the microwave and then stir in 1 tablespoon honey. Brush this deliciousness over the rolls. 

Lick the bowl because this stuff is amazing.

Bake for 12-15 minutes, until lightly browned. 

Immediately eat two because bread is my love language. Then take the time to put butter on another two and inhale those. Realize that butter isn’t necessary, but put it on another roll because butter is fabulous.

If you want the honey rolls recipe without my commentary on how I spend one of those days, here it is: honey rolls

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Comments

  1. Lisa Brown says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:06 am

    i pamper myself with home-done facials

  2. Elena says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:44 am

    I pamper myself by taking hot bath

  3. courtney b says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:07 pm

    i take a bath with lots of bubbles and i read a good book. oh and a good glass of wine!

  4. steven weber says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    I pamper myself with massages.

  5. Madonna says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    my idea of pampering is a long soak in a tub full of bubbles.

  6. kristy says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:47 pm

    I pamper myself with warm bubble baths

  7. Gitisha says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:49 pm

    I pamper myself by getting a manicure pedicure! 

  8. angela says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:49 pm

    Books 🙂 

    I’m *bad* at self-care. I need to spend more time doing things just because they make me happy.

  9. Kara says

    August 11, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    Love this recipe. I pamper myself by crawling into bed with a stack of books and some good tea that costs too much, but which makes me happy 🙂

  10. steph says

    August 11, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    beach therapy…it’s a thing, I promise

  11. Solducky says

    August 11, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    With some quality chocolate!

  12. latanya says

    August 11, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    I treat myself to a bubble bath with a good book

  13. KLZ says

    August 11, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    I treat myself to a bubble bath and silence. When I can get either. 

    If not, I’ll settle for not putting my contacts in.

  14. laura says

    August 11, 2014 at 3:22 pm

    Long hot bath with my kindle in hand. Maybe even a box of chocolates if it’s shark week.
    And? I’m a carboholic, so I’ll be making this bread.

  15. heather says

    August 11, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a long hot bubble bath.

  16. Diana says

    August 11, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    chocolate, nuff said.  

  17. nicole d says

    August 11, 2014 at 7:21 pm

    I pamper myself by relaxing in our hot tub with a few candles and soft music playing.

  18. Mami2jcn says

    August 11, 2014 at 8:36 pm

    I take a bubble bath.

  19. Kelly D says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:34 pm

    I use nice lotions and soaps to pamper myself, and I enjoy chocolate.

  20. Natalie Yarbrough says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:37 pm

    I pamper myself by engaging in regular aerobic exercise to decrease my stress level. I also love toe cuddle with my puppy.

  21. Mia says

    August 11, 2014 at 11:47 pm

    I pamper myself by eating delicious and healthy meals!

  22. Kenia says

    August 12, 2014 at 1:45 am

    I take a long bath and put on some good music!

  23. Madeline says

    August 12, 2014 at 8:09 am

    I pamper myself by buying books I just can’t wait to read!

  24. livivua says

    August 12, 2014 at 3:00 pm

    I TAKE A WALK

  25. Kiara says

    August 12, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a long hot bath.
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  26. Sharon says

    August 12, 2014 at 8:25 pm

    A hot bath and a glass of wine. Maybe some chocolate too. 🙂  Thanks for an awesome giveaway!  

  27. Dana says

    August 12, 2014 at 9:04 pm

    Long baths with candles and books

  28. Stacey b says

    August 12, 2014 at 11:47 pm

    I pamper myself by going to get a foot massage and pedicure. Nothing more relaxing!

  29. nickie says

    August 13, 2014 at 1:13 am

    I pamper myself with bubble baths

  30. Carla S says

    August 13, 2014 at 5:32 am

    I use face masks, sugar scrubs, and give myself pedicures.

  31. Catherine Shaw says

    August 13, 2014 at 9:09 am

    I pamper myself with a nice nap now and then. And I treat myself to good skin care products!

  32. Shannon says

    August 13, 2014 at 9:44 am

    I pamper myself with a long bubble bath

  33. Adrienne gordon says

    August 13, 2014 at 11:02 am

    Chilling on my deck with some wine

  34. Kimmy Ripley says

    August 13, 2014 at 1:04 pm

    I pamper myself by splurging on a new dress when I have a little extra money. I feel so wonderful whenever I dress up!

  35. Cynthia C says

    August 13, 2014 at 4:19 pm

    I take a book and glass of iced tea out to the lounge chair on my deck.

  36. Margaret Smith says

    August 13, 2014 at 7:02 pm

    I pamper myself by buying some special chocolates every once in awhile.

  37. Allie says

    August 13, 2014 at 10:31 pm

    I would love a massage

  38. Allicia says

    August 13, 2014 at 11:54 pm

    I stay in my pajamas on my day off and catch up on tv shows my SO never wants to watch – Hoarders, Extreme Couponing, etc.

  39. Christina G. says

    August 14, 2014 at 1:23 am

    I pamper myself by taking a long hot shower. Thanks for the giveaway!

  40. McKim says

    August 14, 2014 at 11:15 am

    I buy special cream – that’s fairly expensive – for my dry feet, and put it on every morning!

  41. D Schmidt says

    August 14, 2014 at 4:45 pm

    I pamper myself by taking 15 minutes to myself to drink a cup of tea, paint my nails and catch up online.

  42. Tracy Pryor says

    August 14, 2014 at 5:29 pm

    I like to pamper myself with a nice bubble bath a great book. 

  43. Jessica Padilla says

    August 14, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    I pamper myself by soaking in a warm bath with relaxing music. 

  44. mickeyfan says

    August 14, 2014 at 9:21 pm

    I go shopping. Alone. Even if I don’t buy anything, it’s “me” time.

  45. Kathleen S. says

    August 15, 2014 at 10:17 am

    I pamper myself by making myself a nice cup of herbal tea and a good book. Whether it’s 10 min or half an hour, I’ve got to take a little time for me.

  46. Amy says

    August 15, 2014 at 4:53 pm

    this looks so good! Yummers! I pamper myself with wine a book and some down time 😀 

  47. Lynda Del says

    August 16, 2014 at 12:39 am

    I pamper myself by soaking in a hot tub while having some wine.

  48. Kristen says

    August 16, 2014 at 3:08 am

    I ask for a foot massage.  Nothing is more relaxing.

  49. anna pry says

    August 16, 2014 at 8:32 pm

    i pamper myself by giving myself a pedicure and bubble bath pryfamily5@gmail.com

  50. Erika says

    August 16, 2014 at 9:57 pm

    I don’t get a chance to pamper myself often, but going *anywhere* solo, grabbing a drink from Starbucks, or getting a back rub would all be wonderful. 🙂

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  51. Amy S says

    August 17, 2014 at 3:58 pm

    I give myself DIY facials once/week. 🙂

  52. Jessie C. says

    August 17, 2014 at 11:02 pm

    I give myself a foot massage to relax and pamper myself.

  53. Shirley Y says

    August 18, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    I pamper myself by going to the spa and sitting in the sauna

  54. mysweetiepiepie says

    August 21, 2014 at 12:12 pm

    I pamper myself with a nice, long hot bath. 

  55. Ashley H says

    August 21, 2014 at 2:16 pm

    I give myself a pedicure. 

  56. Kimmy Ripley says

    August 21, 2014 at 2:30 pm

    I like to pamper myself with a glass of wine by our bonfire at night. The wine really helps me unwind after a long day.

  57. janna johnson says

    August 21, 2014 at 5:59 pm

    I would stock up on toiletries.

  58. Rebecca says

    August 22, 2014 at 2:50 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a long hot bath!

  59. Denise S says

    August 23, 2014 at 3:51 pm

    I pamper myself by reading in bed and eating junk food.

  60. Charlene Drake says

    August 24, 2014 at 1:13 pm

    I pamper myself by sending the husband away from the house for 1 day, so I can enjoy some peace and quite.

  61. Tina M says

    August 24, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    i go to the spa and get a Starbucks coffee!

  62. joe gersch says

    August 25, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    i pamper with a bath

  63. rachel says

    August 25, 2014 at 9:34 pm

    I have a piece of cake 🙂

  64. joni says

    August 26, 2014 at 1:44 am

    I go to Bingo!

  65. Rebecca Helene Thomas says

    August 26, 2014 at 10:27 am

    I usually draw a hot bath, have some merlot and dark chocolate…lots of dark chocolate!

  66. Robin Wilson says

    August 26, 2014 at 3:30 pm

    I pamper myself by getting extra long massages with my mani/pedi.

  67. Katie E says

    August 26, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    My favorite way to pamper myself is to take a nice relaxing bath – with a book.

  68. Ashley C says

    August 26, 2014 at 10:49 pm

    I like to pamper myself by doing a facial treatment, hair masque and enjoying a few pieces of chocolate

  69. michelle k. says

    August 28, 2014 at 5:00 pm

    I don’t do it much but I would like to get all new makeup to pamper myself

  70. Elle says

    August 28, 2014 at 5:43 pm

    I like to relax in a warm bath with a good book or good music.. or sometimes both!

  71. Michelle H. says

    August 29, 2014 at 11:04 pm

    I like to pampers myself with a mani and a pedi.

  72. Stefanie says

    August 30, 2014 at 12:54 pm

    Salty potato chips are my go to indulgence during that time of the month.  I can’t resist! 

  73. sandra says

    August 31, 2014 at 5:03 pm

    I try to escape for some me time at the gym

  74. Misty Lunceford says

    September 1, 2014 at 1:02 am

    I pamper myself with long hot baths.

  75. Kathleen S. says

    September 3, 2014 at 2:25 am

    I pamper myself by lighting a scented candle and reading a good book.

  76. Katherine says

    September 3, 2014 at 1:51 pm

    Go outside for a walk

  77. Karina C says

    September 4, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    I pamper myself by eating sweets

  78. Gina M says

    September 4, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a bubble bath and lighting candles.

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  79. susan Smith says

    September 5, 2014 at 12:18 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a bath with lots of bubbles, listening to music and i reading a good book

  80. Deb C says

    September 6, 2014 at 9:03 am

    My best way is a long, warm bath with good bath salts, sparkling white wine, gourmet chocolate and the lights very low.

  81. Karen Drake says

    September 6, 2014 at 2:50 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a hot bath then having an afternoon nap.

  82. Kristy Thiel says

    September 6, 2014 at 5:08 pm

    I love to get pedicures!

  83. Rebecca Graham says

    September 7, 2014 at 2:59 am

    I pamper myself with a spa day.

  84. Mihaela Day says

    September 7, 2014 at 8:03 pm

    I pamper myself by taking hot bubble baths 🙂

  85. maria cantu says

    September 7, 2014 at 8:26 pm

    With a hot bath.

  86. Kathryn says

    September 8, 2014 at 6:59 am

    I pamper myself by taking a nice long hot bath every once in a while.

  87. Penny Snyder says

    September 8, 2014 at 7:34 am

    I pamper myself by drinking a cup of hot tea & reading a good book!!

  88. Erica Best says

    September 8, 2014 at 2:08 pm

    i love rolls i will have to try this next time

  89. Ally Swanson says

    September 8, 2014 at 5:20 pm

    I pamper myself with at home spa nights that I try to do at least once a month. However, as of late, I have been mostly focusing on pampering my hair. I have been using leave-in conditioners, conditioning glosses, hair conditioning masks, etc. After a long summer of hot frizzy days and extra flat ironing torture, my hair is in serious need of some TLC.

  90. KATE C. says

    September 8, 2014 at 6:14 pm

    LONGER SHOWERS THAN ARE NECESSARY AND A GLASS OF WINE AFTER THE KIDS ARE IN BED SOME DAYS.

  91. Alyce Poalillo says

    September 8, 2014 at 7:11 pm

    A good book and a good glass of wine-the perfect evening.

  92. Kerry says

    September 8, 2014 at 8:48 pm

    I pamper myself at the hair salon every 6 weeks:)

  93. Betty C says

    September 9, 2014 at 3:55 am

    Pampering 101 – a nice long hot bath. Stay in until the water cools down, drain out half and replenish with more hot water.

  94. Erica B. says

    September 9, 2014 at 10:59 am

    I get a pedicure.

  95. Ceinwyn R says

    September 9, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    I like getting a massage and an adjustment at the chiropractors.

  96. Holly C. says

    September 9, 2014 at 5:23 pm

    I pamper myself by taking a little afternoon nap

  97. Daniel M says

    September 9, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    go to bed early, can’t remember the last time i could

  98. Samantha says

    September 9, 2014 at 9:35 pm

    That bread looks SO good! I love the parts where you say to grab a book or a drink and to take a shower. 🙂

  99. Whitney Bellows says

    September 9, 2014 at 10:03 pm

    I go get a pedicure once a month to pamper myself!

  100. Brittney House says

    September 9, 2014 at 10:46 pm

    I like to get my hair and nails done.

  101. Chrysa says

    September 9, 2014 at 11:39 pm

    I pamper myself with a manicure and dark chocolate!

  102. Jennifer Reed says

    September 9, 2014 at 11:56 pm

    I pamper myself by giving myself permission to have alone time. I recharge by finding alone time either shopping on my own or just puttering around the house. It is essential to my well-being.

  103. Carolyn Daley says

    September 10, 2014 at 12:53 am

    I would pamper myself by watching movies, doing my nails, and eating ice cream.

  104. Sonya says

    September 10, 2014 at 1:30 am

    I get a massage once a month and I spend time reading each day

  105. Anita Mitchell says

    September 10, 2014 at 3:33 am

    Long hot soak in the tub with all kinds of nice things to pamper myself with.

  106. danielle Marie says

    September 10, 2014 at 3:49 am

    i love to take a bubble bath and indulge in a face mask. sometimes it is the little things.

  107. Tabathia B says

    September 10, 2014 at 9:06 pm

    I take a long bubble bath and enjoy a romance book

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  108. Laurie Emerson says

    September 10, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    I pamper myself by snuggling on the couch after everyone has gone to bed with a big bowl of popcorn, sweet tea and watching my favorite classic romance movies no one else in the family likes.

  109. Sarah Jestings says

    September 10, 2014 at 9:41 pm

    I pamper myself with a trip to the nail salon.

  110. Terry Cross says

    September 10, 2014 at 10:39 pm

    I pamper myself by getting a manicure

  111. Tim says

    September 10, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    I like to get a real shave once in awhile.

  112. Robert Pyszk says

    September 11, 2014 at 5:10 am

    I like long hot showers and using a brown sugar scrub

  113. Crystal F says

    September 11, 2014 at 6:39 am

    I like to get pedicures. I wear flip flops all year long so my toes need it. Thank you!

  114. Amanda Sakovitz says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:52 am

    I get manicures

  115. Patrice says

    September 11, 2014 at 8:25 am

    I pamper myself by eating chocolate or some other comfort food, while watching my favorite tv shows.

  116. Melissa says

    September 11, 2014 at 8:36 am

    I would buy all my favorite make up and body washes! 🙂

  117. Denise Donaldson says

    September 11, 2014 at 9:06 am

    I would take a nice hot bath with some bath bombs and pretty soaps. 🙂

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  118. angie says

    September 11, 2014 at 9:13 am

    I pamper myself with my electronic devices. LOL! I have a, what I consider, very expensive digital camera for my photography hobby and an equally expensive iPad Air for various uses. I used my tax return and Amazon GCs I earned doing various online activities to get them both. I rarely EVER spend money like this on myself or on anyone in my family.

  119. Angela says

    September 11, 2014 at 9:51 am

    I pamper myself with bubble baths, good books, chocolate and occasionally wine. I have 2 small childrens.. so i don’t get to pamper myself that much.. but when I do.. I really appreciate and enjoy it!

  120. DENISE W says

    September 11, 2014 at 10:00 am

    With a day at the salon, complete with a scalp massage and new do.

  121. Debbie B says

    September 11, 2014 at 11:01 am

    i pamper myself by relaxing with a good book or listening to music

  122. Richard Hicks says

    September 11, 2014 at 11:01 am

    I pamper myself by taking a long hot bath with candles and soft music,.

  123. Shannon M says

    September 11, 2014 at 11:14 am

    Pampering myself is a hot bubble bath, a glass of wine and a nice book on the kindle! (also, without the kids trying to get into the bathroom every 3 minutes! haha). Thank you for the chance to win!!

  124. Melinda says

    September 11, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    I take a bubble bath!

  125. Stephanie Galbraith says

    September 11, 2014 at 12:59 pm

    I pamper myself by spending time with my family.

  126. CATHARINE R says

    September 11, 2014 at 1:24 pm

    I love a long, hot bath with lots of bubbles.

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  127. Dara Nix says

    September 11, 2014 at 2:22 pm

    I like to pamper myself with a hot bath, a good book, and a nice glass of red wine!

  128. Sarah L says

    September 11, 2014 at 3:33 pm

    I pamper myself by getting a massage every other week.
    Thanks for the contest.

  129. Donna Kellogg says

    September 11, 2014 at 3:35 pm

    I really don’t have time for pampering but when I do a long bubble bath with a ice cold drink and a good book.

  130. Thomas Murphy says

    September 11, 2014 at 3:50 pm

    I pamper myself by going out to a nice dinner.

  131. tammy farrar says

    September 11, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    i pamper myself by a nice scented bubble bath

  132. heather s says

    September 11, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    a warm bath and a good book

  133. tina reynolds says

    September 11, 2014 at 6:25 pm

    A long hott bath with candles and music

  134. Wanda McHenry says

    September 11, 2014 at 8:47 pm

    I pamper myself with relaxing music, a bubble bath and a glass of wine.

  135. Cheryl Reinhardt says

    September 11, 2014 at 9:16 pm

    I pamper myself by getting out of the house by myself once in awhile and just take myself shopping for a me day ! Not rushed, not hurried, but I can eat what I want and shop where I want because it is just me having a pampered day!

  136. Trisha McKee says

    September 11, 2014 at 9:38 pm

    I take a walk, go on a hike, come home and take a hot bath and then spend the evening reading.

  137. Karrie Millheim says

    September 11, 2014 at 10:08 pm

    I take long hot baths

  138. Sand says

    September 11, 2014 at 10:09 pm

    I pamper myself with bath products and new fragrances.

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