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!

A bowl of fresh garden vegetable potato salad containing tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers, served with a silver spoon.

Garden Vegetable Potato Salad

Did you know that more than 90 percent of adults and children don’t eat the daily amount of fruits and vegetables recommended? By just adding one …

Tips for a Clutter Free Life

I find Clutter to be very frustrating. It makes me feel stressed and frustrated. Sometimes though, it can be really hard to tackle. I find …

9 Ways to Be Happier

When I was a little girl people would tell me all the time that I was going to be the Best Mom in the World!! …

27 WAYS THAT DOGS IMPROVE OUR LIVES

Did you know that Today is National Dog Day? I think this is a very important day to spoil our cute dogs and share with …

Bowl of oatmeal with dried banana slices.

Peanut Butter Banana Granola

I love Granola. It is one of my favorite things to eat for breakfast. I love to eat it with milk , or over yogurt. …

5 must-have items for starting Junior High: baseball-themed essentials including a backpack, lunchbox, notebook, water bottle, and binder.

5 Must Have Items for Starting Junior High

This post is sponsored by Zazzle. All opinions are my own. This year is a milestone in our family. My oldest child will be starting …

Duct Tape Bag Tutorial

Isn’t Duct Tape the greatest! I have always loved doing crafts with duct tape, but now that they have so many adorable patterns and colors …

A woman and two children browsing through clothes for back to school in a retail store.

7 Lessons from Back to School Shopping

Raising Money-Smart Kids: 7 Lessons from Back to School Shopping One of the biggest obstacles parents face during the back-to-school shopping rush is their kids’ …

Buying a used black minivan parked outdoors with green trees and a mountain in the background: fact vs. myth.

Buying a Used Car: Facts vs Myth

Buying a Used Car-Fact or Myth Are you in the market to purchase a vehicle? Are you looking at a lease or a new …

Summer Car Maintenance

As the temperatures start to rise, it’s important to make sure your car is ready for the summer season. Whether you’re planning a road trip …

Why should I Buy a used car?

The age old discussion of whether to lease, purchase new, or purchased used! All three scenarios have their pros and cons and anyone in the …

Two chocolate and vanilla swirl cake mix cookies topped with white frosting and colorful sprinkles.

Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Cake Mix Cookies

Aren’t cake mix cookies awesome? They are so easy to make but so delicious and super fast. I was very lucky today, because I was …

Young child with backpack looking thoughtful in a toy store, contemplating 9 Ways to Save on Back to School Shopping.

9 Ways to Save on Back to School Shopping

Summer break never feels long enough for parents who have already started prepping for the upcoming school year. According to data collected by the Rubicon …

Let’s Play Dallas Playground Build

This post is sponsored by the Dr Pepper Snapple Group. All opinions are my own. While I was in Dallas last month, I had the …

Scoops of homemade Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream on a plate.

Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream #PB2

I think this has probably got to be the healthiest Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream in the history of Peanut Butter Banana Ice Creams. I …

Summer Gardening- Its not too late. What can I plant now?

Did you know that it is not too late to plant a garden? I love gardening and their are many times of year that I …

A colorful collage showcasing 6 ways for children to create their own garden spaces.

6 Ways to make your own Kids Garden

This post is sponsored by Oriental Trading. All opinions are my own. My husband and I have been in the process of planting trees and …

Red, White and Blue Jello

Red, White and Blue Jello Ingredients 4 Envelops Knox Gelatine 1 6 oz boxes Cherry Jello 1 6 oz boxes Blue Raspberry Jello 1 can …

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