Abby’s Solo Traveling Tips & Tricks, Life as a Stepmom

The Bobby Bones Show26mApril 25, 2026

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In this episode of The Bobby Bones Show, host Morgan discusses Abby Lee Anderson's solo travel experiences, her journey as a stepmom, and her personal and professional goals for 2026. Abby shares her love for solo travel, highlighting the freedom and peace it brings, while also acknowledging the loneliness that can come with it. She reflects on her upcoming wedding, her fiancé’s organizational strengths, and how they plan to navigate the process by leveraging his planning skills while she focuses on choosing from curated options. Abby also opens up about her future aspirations, including speaking engagements at her college in Manhattan, Kansas, and for the Love Like Remy foundation, as well as her desire to live a life of adventure, possibly rescuing animals or running a nonprofit. She candidly discusses her ambivalence about traditional parenthood, emphasizing that both she and her fiancé are committed to only becoming parents if it’s a 100% yes. The conversation also touches on her nostalgic connection to Wichita, particularly her favorite restaurants like Bella Luna and Cinnamon’s Deli, where she fondly recalls working and indulging in hearty meals. The episode closes with a humorous and chaotic moment as bugs swarm the studio, adding a lighthearted finale to the heartfelt and insightful chat.

Key Takeaways
1

Solo travel offers freedom and peace but can be lonely—especially on beach trips where couples and families are visible.

2

Leverage your partner’s strengths: Abby’s fiancé is highly organized, so he can handle wedding planning tasks while she focuses on choosing from options.

3

Success in relationships comes from understanding and respecting different brain types—some thrive on one task, others juggle many.

4

Personal goals don’t have to follow a traditional path; Abby is open to non-traditional parenting or even no children at all.

5

Speaking engagements are a meaningful way to share personal stories and honor mentors, like Abby’s former teacher who helped her through tough times.

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Chapters
0:00
5 min

Intro & Podcast Promos

The episode begins with promotional segments for several iHeartRadio podcasts including 2%, Look Back At It, Learn the Hard Way, and Love Trapped, setting the stage for the main content.

4:40
5 min

Abby’s Goals & Wedding Planning

I just need options. Like, do you want it here, here, or here? I could do that.

Highlight
10:00
7 min

Speaking Engagements & Personal Growth

I’m excited for both of these. I think they’ll be really... I can speak to both of them very well.

Highlight
16:40
7 min

Life as a Stepmom & Future Vision

If it’s not 100% yes, it’s a no. That’s just where we are with it.

Highlight
23:20
7 min

Solo Travel: Pros, Cons & Personal Reflections

You can do anything you want. It’s up to you. You know, like if you see somebody, you’re just sitting there and they’re by themselves. You can meet a new friend.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
If it’s not 100% yes, it’s a no. That’s just where we are with it.
Abby Lee Anderson26:27
Viral: 90.0
I just need options. Like, do you want it here, here, or here? I could do that.
Abby Lee Anderson7:41
Viral: 85.0
I’m letting the world decide what’s going to happen in my life. And it’s worked out so well for me. Right. Says the planner.
Abby Lee Anderson16:28
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Host

Morgan

Guest

Abby Lee Anderson
Topics Discussed
Solo Travel90%Personal Goals & Self-Reflection88%Non-Traditional Family Paths85%Wedding Planning85%Speaking Engagements & Public Speaking82%Stepfamily Life80%Relationship Dynamics & Communication78%Food & Nostalgia75%
People & Brands

Abby Lee Anderson

person

12xPositive

Morgan

person

10xPositive

Fiancé

person

8xPositive

Bella Luna

other

6xPositive

Cinnamon's Deli

other

5xPositive

Key West

place

3xNeutral

Love Like Remy

other

3xPositive

Manhattan, Kansas

place

3xPositive

Love Trapped

media

2xNeutral

Chicago

place

2xPositive

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