This Messy Fridge

I am in love with our messy fridge.

It symbolizes our family and has a little bit of everything. Photos, favorite quotes, the week's menu, and best of all: the kids' artwork.

I have always proudly displayed their creations on this fridge. Now, without prompting, they excitedly run over to hang it up themselves with whatever magnets are available. (Except once last week when Buddy thought the (not being used at the time) wood stove needed decoration- "No, Buddy, no!", we cried. Gotta keep an eye on that boy!).

I enjoy this mishmash of papers. It's the kids' space to do with what they want. I'd say the one problem with it is that the fridge is right next to the front door. And when there is someone at the front door that our golden retriever gets especially excited for (meaning anyone), the papers and magnets are no match for the thumping of her large tail. And I sigh, and I pick up the papers and magnets. Guess I could try to invest in some stronger magnets, huh?

This messy fridge. It'll be fun to see how it will change from year to year and how the kids' abilities will sharpen.