"A courageous story of travel, family, and realizing what's important in life."

-Vicki Lesage, best-selling author of Confessions of a Paris Party Girl

"Reading this story will make you want to discard the literal and figurative clutter in your life in exchange for a more simple and meaningful existence. I haven't felt this inspired and challenged since reading Walden."

--Alison Lebovitz, Host of The A List

"This enlightening memoir is part Eat, Pray, Love and part National Lampoon's Vacation. Funny, fast-paced, and adventurous while also deep and thought-provoking, this book will be a great read for all parents trying to keep up in the modern family rat race."

--Travis Long, filmmaker and screenwriter

"Excess Baggage is both funny and enlightening as it tells the story of a woman's brave journey to recalculate her life and set a new direction for her family. We can all learn from her courage and commitment to creating an extraordinary life."

--Karen Jacobsen, International Entertainer and Author of Recalculate

"Excess Baggage draws the reader into a family's fascinating nomadic life. This powerful memoir will entertain and transform everyone who reads it."

--Kathryn Grohusky, CoachGro Leadership Services

"A touching and honest account of a shero's journey. Women and their families will be empowered and inspired by this memorable story."

--Linda Stucbartováaacute;, Atairu Authentic Leadership

"I laughed. I cried. Through it all, I could relate to this captivating memoir. The stories shared from the travel experience underpin the real journey of self-discovery and the search for a new normal."

--Ronna-Renee Jackson, Founder of Launchpoint Leadership