What happens when life doesn't unfold the way you expected? In this inspiring episode, Amy sits down with her longtime friend Mandi Anderson to share the remarkable story of her son, Rémy, who was born with one of the most severe forms of bilateral cleft lip and palate. Mandi candidly discusses the emotional journey from receiving the diagnosis during pregnancy to navigating countless surgeries, therapies, and everyday challenges. Along the way, she offers an honest look at the strength required to advocate for a child with medical needs while celebrating every milestone—from Rémy saying "Mama" for the first time to growing into a kind, magnetic young man who inspires everyone he meets. The conversation also highlights Rémy 's Ranch , Mandi's handmade ornament business that helps support families facing similar journeys. More than a story about medical challenges, this episode is a reminder that kindness, resilience, and compassion can transform even the hardest circumstances into opportunities to serve others and give hope. Quote of the Episode "This journey teaches you patience you never knew you needed to have, but it also teaches you a different kind of strength in being a mom." Guest Links Email - remysranch@gmail.com Rémy 's Ranch Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/245918432740815/ Connect If you know someone who has a story, mission, or message, reach out at amykeyspodcast@gmail.com . Your voice deserves to be heard! If you enjoy Just a Thought with Amy Keys , be sure to follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who loves inspiring stories about family, history, travel, and personal growth. Follow us on Facebook - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1236999471788059⁠

What makes a friendship last a lifetime? In this heartfelt episode, Amy is joined by two of her closest friends, Kelly Henderson and Karyn Whittington, for an honest conversation about the beauty, complexity, and purpose of friendship. Together, they explore how friendships evolve through different seasons of life, the importance of surrounding yourself with people who make you better, and why no one friend is meant to meet every need. Amy introduces her "U-shaped friendship" philosophy—leaving room for new people to enter your life—and a memorable "Gobstopper" analogy that illustrates the different layers of friendships, from lifelong ride-or-die friends to the people who enrich our lives in everyday moments. The conversation also dives into navigating conflict, setting healthy boundaries, dealing with friendship breakups, the impact of social media, and learning to appreciate friends who think differently than we do. Through personal stories, laughter, and vulnerability, Amy, Kelly, and Karyn remind us that meaningful friendships require grace, honesty, intentionality, and prayer. The episode closes with a simple but powerful challenge: reach out to a friend this week. Whether it's a text, coffee, lunch, a walk, or simply letting someone know you're thinking of them, small acts of intentional connection can create lasting impact. Quote of the Episode "The first rule of friendship is to be a friend." Guest Links None Connect If you know someone who has a story, mission, or message, reach out at amykeyspodcast@gmail.com. Your voice deserves to be heard! If you enjoy Just a Thought with Amy Keys, be sure to follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who loves inspiring stories about family, history, travel, and personal growth.

Travel isn't just about checking destinations off a list - it's about creating memories that last a lifetime. In this episode, Amy sits down with Christy and Richie Willard of Willard Travel Company to talk about how their passion for exploring the world turned into helping others experience unforgettable vacations. The conversation is filled with practical travel advice, including airport strategies, hotel safety tips, must-pack travel essentials, passport recommendations, and ways to avoid common travel headaches. Amy also shares some of her own memorable travel stories—from snorkeling in the Florida Keys and hiking in Colorado to her quirky hotel room routines and favorite vacation traditions. Richie offers a heartfelt reminder to "go do the thing," inspired by a conversation he overheard in a coffee shop. It's a powerful message about making memories while you can and investing in experiences that you'll treasure long after the trip is over. Whether you're planning your next vacation, dreaming about a bucket-list destination, or simply love hearing great travel stories, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughter, and practical advice to help you travel with confidence. Quote of the Episode "Go do the thing. Five years from now you won't remember what you spent—you'll remember the experience." Guest Links Willard Travel Company – https://trips.willardtravelco.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WillardTravelCompany/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/willardtravelco Connect If you know someone who has a story, mission, or message, reach out at amykeyspodcast@gmail.com . Your voice deserves to be heard! If you enjoy Just a Thought with Amy Keys , be sure to follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who loves inspiring stories about family, history, travel, and personal growth.

What started as a goal to run an international marathon became something much more meaningful. In this episode, Amy sits down with father and son Frank and Harmon Colvett to share the story of traveling to Normandy, France, to compete in the D-Day Landings Marathon. The conversation goes far beyond running. Frank and Harmon reflect on spending 36 uninterrupted hours together exploring the historic D-Day beaches, visiting landmarks from Band of Brothers , and creating memories that neither of them will ever forget. Along the way, they discuss resilience, family, history, and the value of simply spending meaningful time together. Amy also catches up with Harmon about his upcoming medical school journey, his experience as an EMT, his debut book, his upcoming wedding, and the passion that drives his career goals. Whether you're a runner, history enthusiast, parent, or someone who enjoys stories about perseverance and family, this episode is packed with inspiration and plenty of laughs. Quote of the Episode "It was so frighteningly cool to sit there on a beach where, eighty-two years and one day before, the most monumental gamble in American twentieth-century history had happened." Guest Links Book - Waves and Leaves: Quantum Mechanics from a Biomedical Engineer - https://a.co/d/0iTEblrp Frank Colvett, John Quinn Real Estate - https://www.johnquinnrealestate.com/agents/frank-colvett/ Connect If you know someone who has a story, mission, or message,reach out at amykeyspodcast@gmail.com . Your voice deserves to be heard! If you enjoy Just a Thought with Amy Keys , be sure to follow, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who loves inspiring stories about family, history, travel, and personal growth.

In this episode, Amy Keys shares her journey of starting a podcast, the challenges and surprises along the way, and her vision for inspiring and connecting with others through storytelling. If you know someone who has a story, mission, or message, reach out at amykeyspodcast@gmail.com – your voice deserves to be heard!

In this episode, Amy Keys interviews Kat from Kat's Sourdough to explore her inspiring journey from porch baker to successful business owner. They discuss the power of word-of-mouth marketing, the art of sourdough baking, and the importance of community and health in food and fitness. Links: https://katsourdoughandjuice.com/ https://silverbullfitness.com/ https://www.facebook.com/marketingevolution.jalb If you know someone who has a story, mission, or message,reach out at amykeyspodcast@gmail.com – your voice deserves to be heard!