Melissa Au

Hi, my name is Melissa! I live in Spanish Fork, Utah. I'm happily married to Rob, and together we have five wonderful kids. Our family loves to embark on adventures, often in our RV, exploring the great outdoors. I'm an avid reader and a big fan of Hallmark movies – they always have a way of lifting my spirits. Hiking is another passion of mine; there's nothing like the tranquility of nature. I have a sweet tooth for chocolate and a love for Mexican food, both of which make life a little more delicious. In my downtime, I enjoy playing games with my family, creating memories and sharing laughter. Life is an adventure, and I'm here to enjoy every moment of it! I'm the blogger and creative mind behind the blog A Sparkle of Genius! Check out our posts on recipes, crafts, kid stuff, printables, travel and more!

Dr. Seuss Cupcakes

Dr. Seuss One Fish Two Fish Cupcakes

Celebrate Dr Seuss Day with Dr. Seuss One Fish Two Fish Cupcakes. Did you know that Dr. Seuss Day is on March 2nd? This is …

A bowl of creamy queso blanco cheese dip with a nacho chip being dipped into it, surrounded by more chips.

Queso Blanco Cheese Dip Recipe

This queso blanco cheese dip recipe is perfect for a game day snack or an appetizer for an event. Seriously, does it get any better than …

A selection of Cookies and Cream Popcorn served in colorful cupcake liners.

Cookies and Cream Popcorn

I love everything Oreo. Oreo ice cream, Oreo brownies, Oreo cookies, Oreo bark, every flavor of Oreos and now Cookies and Cream Popcorn. There are …

A selection of chocolate-covered popcorn with colorful sprinkles served in decorative cups.

Chocolate Sprinkles Popcorn

It is always popcorn time! Whether you just wanted a snack, you are having a party, or you are having Pizza movie night! Popcorn makes …

Valentine's Day-themed fruit kabobs with strawberries, brownie bites, and marshmallows, served with a chocolate dip.

Valentines Day Fruit Kabobs

I love Valentine’s Day Treats. Especially these Valentines Day Fruit Kabobs because they are so yummy, but super easy to make! They can be put …

Four tips to prepare for a newborn baby swaddled in a blanket and wearing a striped hat, sleeping peacefully.

Four tips to prepare for baby

I have been a new mom four times now. It really is amazing to me because it seems like every time that I was a …

You Totally Rock Itunes Gift Card Gift Tag Printable

This post is sponsored by Gift Card Mall. All opinions are my own. Giving giving doesn’t have to be difficult. You don’t have to shop …

Infant wearing a white hat lying on a textured blanket, capturing tips for saving money in every step of your life.

11 Tips for Saving money in every step of your life

It is not secret that babies are expensive. I have four kids and looking back I can’t believe all of the money I spent …

A family posing with a life-size cutout of an animated character at an outdoor event at Knott's Berry Farm.

Knott’s Berry Farm

There is so much to do in Buena Park California. We had the opportunity to spend a few days there during our family vacation. My …

Collage from Pirate's Dinner Adventure Buena Park theme restaurant showing their sign, a pirate performance, and costumes.

Pirate’s Dinner Adventure Buena Park

This post is sponsored by Pirate’s Dinner Adventure Buena Park. All opinions are my own. If you would do to the Pirate’s Dinner Adventure on …

A family dressed in medieval-themed costumes, including crowns and holding props, posing for a photo at the Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament in Buena Park.

Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament Buena Park

This post is sponsored by Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament Buena Park. All opinions are my own. I didn’t know what to expect when I first …

A slice of homemade cheese pizza on a plate with a jar of ragu traditional sauce in the background.

Homemade Cheese Pizza

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Ragu® . The opinions and text are all mine. With four kids, we are …

Top 10 Holiday Gifts for Kids with festive graphic elements on a red background.

Top 10 Holiday Gifts for Kids

The weather is cooling down and Christmas will be here before you know it. It is time that many people starting thinking of holiday gifts. FamilyFun …

It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Pudding Cups

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Albertsons Safeway. The opinions and text are all mine. Our fall holiday traditions start …

Cookie dough placed on a baking tray next to a can of PAM non-stick cooking spray.

5 PAM Cooking Hacks to make clean-up easier

PAM Cooking Spray sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. We are all looking to save time. Life gets so busy …

A promotional The Good Dinosaur Pumpkin Stencil for the Disney Pixar movie featuring the character Arlo.

The Good Dinosaur Pumpkin Stencil

Every year we carve pumpkins as a family and mine are a cute but simple smile. Triangle eyes, triangle nose… no difficulty. My husband on …

A stack of caramel, chocolate-coated, double-stuffed Oreos embellished with orange sprinkles on a white doily.

Caramel Apple Inspired Double Dipped Caramel Oreos

Every year, we have a family tradition where we make gourmet Caramel Apples. We invite my husbands family and everyone brings their favorite topping to …

A tortilla filled with shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and chipotle.

Chipotle Egg Tacos

PAM Cooking Spray sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. On September first until somewhere around the new year, I feel …

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