Love the Mess

08/01/2025

It's officially August!

07/31/2025

This resource has some great tips on it! Let us know if you have any questions!

07/30/2025

Wednesday and international friends day! I don't think we could find a better Wellness check-in! How are you feeling today!?

07/26/2025

“I’ll Leave the Light On”

A Song for the Struggle, and the Hope

There are some songs that just get it. That reach into the hardest moments and remind us that we are not alone. “I’ll Leave the Light On” by Papa Roach is one of those songs.

At Love the Mess, we support parents and caregivers navigating the deep waters of raising children with disabilities and mental health struggles. The weight can be heavy, the nights can be long and yet, we believe in the power of light, of community, of showing up for one another.

This song captures that feeling of holding space for someone in pain. Of saying:
“You matter. I see you. And I’m not going anywhere.”

We’re sharing it today for anyone who needs that reminder. For the parents holding on by a thread. For the caregivers wondering if anyone understands. For the warriors among us who keep showing up even in the dark.

Take a moment to listen: https://youtu.be/FmjrTdTydLE?si=XXsGqK04aLQXJpO7

And if it hits you like it hit us, let us know in the comments. We’re here and we’re leaving the light on.

07/25/2025

Happy Funny Friday!

07/24/2025

Happy Parent Appreciation Day!!! Being a parent/caregiver of a child or adult with needs can be and seem like the hardest job in the world! We are here for you. We get it. If you need anything reach out and we will help!

07/23/2025

Weekly Wellness check-in... Which dog are you today!?

07/22/2025

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07/21/2025

Motivational Monday! Hope everyone has a great week!

07/17/2025

Today is world emoji day, what is your most used emoji... mine is definitely 🤷‍♀️!

07/16/2025

How are you feeling today?!

07/15/2025

I know this article is designed for the classroom, but still has some helpful information!

https://www.theedqueenbehaviorblog.com/post/we-ve-got-a-runner-strategies-and-interventions-for-students-who-elope

Elopement.. and no, I'm not talking about running off and getting married. I'm talking about elopement as a stress-response that many of our students engage in. That 'fight or flight' response to a harmful event, threat or perceived need to survive. If you're a special education teacher, odds are yo...