10 Cultural Taboos to Avoid When Visiting Australia

Known as "Down Under" by a lot of people, Australia is one of the more popular places for people to travel. But, unfortunately, there are good, respectful tourists and then there are bad, disrespectful tourists. You can usually tell which group tourists fall into depending on what they say or do. According to MSN.com page Crazy Nomad, here are 10 cultural taboos to avoid when visiting Australia

Also, when in doubt, ask the locals. They are a treasure trove of useful information. By asking them what to do and what not to do, while explaining to them that you want to ensure you do things accurately and respectfully, you're showing respect for the cultural customs of that country and you're being a responsible, respectable tourist

This is on my travel bucket list. There are so many things I want to do and see if I get the chance to go to Australia

1. NEVER mock / make jokes about Aboriginal culture

-It's important to remember this: Remember whose country you're in. Making fun of / mocking the local Aboriginal culture is not just wrong, it's plain offensive. Aboriginal culture is a massive part of Australian culture and history, and as such, it would be bad to mock this. They have endured social injustices over the years, including "The stolen generations." This refers to Aboriginal children who were taken from their families. These children were put into households with non-indigenous people and denied access to their culture, language and more. When visiting Australia, ask questions about the culture, show a genuine interest in the history. For example, when visiting Ayers Rock, also known as Uluru, don't touch the rock or climb on it. When you take time to ask curious questions, this shows you are taking an interest in the culture and showing an appreciation for the locals

2. Don't assume that everyone drinks alcohol or likes to casually party

-Australia does have a vibrant party scene, depending on where you're at. It's not safe to assume that everyone will be drinking at all hours of the day or partying. This can create stereotypes and make for some awkward situations. Many people in Australia refrain from drinking due to religious, cultural and personal reasons. Simply respect these choices that those individuals. Just because you're on vacation and want to drink does not mean you need to pressure someone into drinking. If you're unsure, ask that person. When you show that you are sensitive and understanding of various lifestyles, this will work out to your favor. It will put you in a good light with the locals and ensure that all interactions are open, inclusive and respectful

3. Don't mock / criticize Australia's love of sports

-In Australia, there are various sports that are widely loved by the population. Aussie Rules Football, known as AFL (Australian Football League) is one of the most popular sports. In addition to Aussie Rules Football, there's also cricket and rugby. Together, these sports hold a special importance to most Australians. Mocking them and/or criticizing them is wrong. Instead, engage in a conversation about said sports, ask questions. This shows that you are genuinely curious about the inner workings of that sport and shows respect for that sport. Even if sports are not your thing, asking curious questions to learn more about that sport shows you are respecting something that someone is passionate about. It helps you connect better with the locals and understand their traditions better

4. Avoid tipping excessively - it's not usual

-Australia is one country where tipping is optional. Workers earn good wages, so gratuities are not usually expected, like they are in the US. You can leave a small tip, which is appreciated. If you tip excessively, this will show that you are unfamiliar with local customs. Make sure to understand these local customs and respect these practices. By respecting these unique practices, your dining experience will become better. And, if in doubt, ask a local. The local residents provide a wealth of useful information that will result in success!!

5. NEVER confuse Australian and British cultures

-Their accents may sound similar, but they are not the same. Never, for one second, assume that Australian culture and British culture are the same. Yes, they do share historical ties, but that's where the similarity ends. Australia has a wonderfully unique cultural identity that the residents take high pride in. Simply assuming that the cultures of both Britain and Australia are the same shows you are dismissive and unaware. Australia has its own slang, traditions and a unique laid back way of life. Knowing the difference between British culture and Australian culture will help you build a rapport with the locals and, thus, earn their respect while also avoiding insulting their national pride

6. NEVER makes jokes about deadly wildlife - it's a hot button issue

-People do make frequent jokes about the deadly wildlife that exists in Australia. "Everything that can kill you lives in Australia." Australia does have wonderfully diverse and, yes, deadly wildlife that is native to this large country. But, deadly wildlife can live anywhere, not just Australia. Making jokes about it will come off as insensitive, offensive and just plain wrong. Those who live in areas where these deadly creatures live might be offended by the jokes; they have to contend with these creatures on a daily basis and know what risks they pose. Instead, ask curious and respectful questions about these forms of dangerous wildlife. Adopting this mindset will not only keep you from making a major cultural faux pas, it will also help give you an education into the unique biodiversity of the land known as "Down Under." And if you're still curious about the unique wildlife, visit any one of the fantastic zoos in Australia. The staff will provide a wealth of information about the interesting insects and animals that call Australia home

7. Do not discuss hot button issues like immigration or politics

-Politics, religion and immigration are hot button issues to avoid at all costs, no matter where you go. It's especially wise to avoid discussing these issues in Australia. If these topics do arise in conversation, keep an open mind. Be open to different points of view. Don't make assumptions or pass judgement. By keeping an open mind, you are showing respect to that other person and making them feel their opinion is also valued. It also helps show that other person that you understand the diverse social and political landscape of Australia

8. NEVER litter / disrespect the environment

-Australia is known for its rugged landscape and beautiful environments, which provide homes, food and more to the wonderfully diverse animal and insect life. Those in Australia take deep pride in their gorgeous landscape. By littering, you are disrespecting the environment. It's not only frowned upon to litter, but illegal. Dispose of your litter in proper ways, such as waste baskets or bins. Take part in eco-friendly ways of disposing of litter, such as recycling and avoiding single-use plastics. This shows you are being a responsible tourist, helping to keep the environment clean and also helps you show respect for the local values. Not only that, you will make a positive impact

9. Avoid being overly informal in professional settings

-While it's known that a laid-back lifestyle is common in Australia, there's a time and place to be laid-back and there's a time and place to not to be laid-back. It can come off as disrespectful if you're being overly casual in what seems like a professional setting. Until you are told / invited to use first names, it's better to address someone by their title or surname. Ensure you dress appropriately and maintain a polite, professional form of communication in the workplace. This will show that you respect / understand their professional requirements. This will help you build relationships and show awareness of the unique culture of Australia, especially in formal settings. And, if you're unsure, ask. Ask how someone would like to be addressed. Let them know that the reason you ask is to ensure you do things the right way. Asking always works and shows you want to ensure you do things respectfully

10. Avoid mocking / overusing Australian slang

-Australia is known for its unique slang. Mocking it or overusing it can be seen as disrespectful. Listen to how the locals speak and adopt the slang occasionally. This gentle hand approach shows you respect the locals culture without looking as though you're trying to fit in too hard

11 Phrases / Terms to Avoid Using in England

It's an obviously known fact that there are two types of English: British English and American English. There are similar words and phrases, but with different meanings in both countries. According to MSN.com page Insider Lifestyle, by someone named Kerwin, here are 11 phrases / terms to avoid using in England, especially if you don't want a look of confusion or a funny look

-For some reason, MSN.com always has articles that catch my eye or interest

-My question is this: first and foremost, who is asking these questions or assuming these things?!?!?!?!?!? I would NEVER ask or use any of these terms or phrases with someone from England. I would try and be as respectful as possible when conversing with them. Because, if anything, I would find it endlessly fascinating to converse with someone from another country. To learn what makes them unique. Learn their likes and dislikes.

-A great example. While on vacation (holiday) in the Dominican Republic one year with my family, we started talking with these three ladies from England. They were super sweet and somehow we got onto the topic of Top Gear UK. These ladies were surprised to hear that we, being from the US, actually preferred the British Top Gear over the US one. They all told us that they were actually from right around the same regions as the guys on that show. One woman was from a village two miles down the road from where Jeremy Clarkson lives. Another said she was from Bristol, where James May is from and the other said she was from Birmingham, where Richard Hammond is from. We all went from one topic to another and it was so fascinating to learn about these ladies and their unique lives and learn what makes them unique

-On the one about the feeling right at home in England from having ancestors from there, I would, first and foremost, never be of that mindset. It's probably a very common thing that a lot of people have ancestors from England. I do. I found that out when I did the DNA test Ancestry.com is always advertising. As a result, I found out I have British in my heritage. Pretty cool. I got a tattoo to commemorate that. It's a skin rip tattoo showing the English Flag (Union Jack) underneath. I thought it was really cool to find out I have that in my heritage

1. Soccer

-For the love of all that is absolutely holy, when in England, refer to the sport that people from the US call soccer football. In England and other parts of Europe, it's football. The people who play it are "footballers". If you want to make connections, brush up on the local teams, go to a pub and watch a football on the televisions that are bound to be there. Showing that you know at least a little something about the local teams will open a world of possibilities, including making new friends and learning about a new culture. It also shows you respect the local culture, putting you in the good graces of the locals. Calling football "soccer" will earn you some funny looks and have the locals immediately asking if you're from the US and earn you some kind corrections

2. "What's with the weather?"

-It might seem like a stereotype, but the British weather forecast seems to be a popular area of discussion. Complaining about the weather like an outsider would is compared to criticizing a member of someone's family-only they can do that. If you want to talk weather with a local, do it with a nod and smile and you'll fit right in. Or speak of it in a friendly, complimentary, kind way. See if talking about it kindly works as well

3. "Fanny pack"

-In the US, "fanny pack" is a bag worn around the waist to keep items in. It's a stereotypical item used by tourists on vacation. In the UK, however, this term has a completely different meaning. In fact, it's quite embarrassing, as it refers to a certain part of the anatomy. If you want to describe this particular accessory in the UK, the proper phrase is "bum bag". It might sound strange, but if you use it, you won't get any funny looks. The key is to talk like the locals

4. "I love your accent"

-It's not surprising that a lot of people find British accents to be attractive or interesting. But it can come off as patronizing or even annoying. It's like complimenting someone on their handwriting - nice, but not something they can control. Instead, just focus on getting to know that person or talking to them. Don't focus on their accent

5. "Are you an Aussie?"

-First things first, NEVER do this. Mixing up the English, Australian and New Zealand accents are a big DO NOT DO EVER!! Despite the fact that these countries do speak English, there are subtle ways of telling whether someone is from England, Australia or New Zealand. Their accents are unique, some might be broader on vowels than others, some use specific terms and there's a sense of national pride attached. To keep it positive, let the person tell you what country they call home if it comes up in conversation

6. "Do you know the Queen?"

-This is a forehead slap moment. Never ask someone from England if they know the Queen. Assuming someone from England knows the Queen or current monarch is like asking someone from the US if they know the President personally. While the Royal Family is an interesting topic for discussion, avoid asking this to avoid sounding like a tourist

She was such a good person. Did a lot of good for others. So inspiring

7. "My ancestors were British, so I feel right at home."

-Many people have British ancestry, but this statement might come off differently than what you intended or thought. It might come off as trying to hard to fit in. It's like claiming you're a native local after a short time in Paris because you had a relative who was French. Let the connections come in their own time over conversations. Those kinds of free-flowing, natural conversations make for stronger connections

8. "Why do you drive on the wrong side of the road?"

-To many people from Britain, they drive on the correct side, and it's everyone else who is driving on the wrong side of the road. Questioning this tradition is incredibly disrespectful. It's like asking people why they celebrate certain holidays. Just don't ask it. Accept it as a unique part of the culture, adapt to it and even enjoy the uniqueness of it

9. "You must love tea"

-While tea is a popular drink in England, not everyone is a fan of it. Making assumptions to someone based on their preferences for a drink can be considered highly irritating. It can also be considered offensive or stereotypical, assuming that someone from England will automatically like tea. It's like assuming that all people from the US like coffee and drink it from the time they get up in the morning until they go to bed at night. Simply appreciate the culture for all the uniqueness it offers

10. "Do you celebrate the Fourth of July?"

-First and foremost, who is asking these questions?!?!?!?

-If you are looking to bond with someone from the UK over holidays, the Fourth of July question is the LAST question you want to ask. If you paid attention in history class in school, you'll do good to remember the Fourth of July marks the day that the people of the US separated from British rule-not the thing you want to bring up with someone from England. Instead, ask them about unique holidays they celebrate, like Guy Fawkes Day or Boxing Day or any of the unique holidays they celebrate. Ask about the significance of them and this will show that you are taking a genuine interest. Tell them you're curious and it will come off as respectful and friendly

11. "Cheerio, mate"

-This is a stereotypical phrase and hardly used in modern day conversation. It can come off as offensive or seem like you are mocking someone from England. It would be the equivalent of someone saying "Howdy, partner!" to you if you're from New York. Learn how the locals greet each other before greeting someone with this outdated phrase

5 Mistakes First Time Visitors to Australia Make When They Visit

According to an article on Microsoft, written by an Australian citizen who worked in travel and tourism for many years named Ash Jurberg, he states five mistakes he's witnessed first timers to Australia making

1. Underestimating how large Australia is

-This is the sixth biggest country in the world. It's the only country to be its own continent it's so large. Travelers try to cover it all on a single vacation. The best thing to do prior to going is to laser focus on what you would like to see. Make a checklist or some sort of list of what you would like to see and do

2. Focusing on Sydney and ignoring other parts of Australia

-Yes, Sydney is the larger of the cities in Australia, but there are so many other things worth seeing. Make a list of all the things you want to see prior to going. For example, if you love animals, head over to the Taronga Zoo in Queensland. Not only will you see animals, but you'll also get to see the statue of Steve Irwin, better known as the Crocodile Hunter. He recommends Melbourne because not only is it one of the most liveable cities, but it is rich in cultural events, a vibrant art scene and friendly people. Also, if you're into AFL (Australian Football League) or "footy" as it's referred to here, three of the biggest AFL teams are from here: the Richmond Tigers, the Melbourne Kangaroos and the Hawthorne Hawks.

-He also recommend a trip to the Outback. From horizon to horizon it's nothing but stars at night. The diverse wildlife is mind boggling. And a trip to Uluru, home to the famed Ayers Rock, is also a must

3. Thinking Australia is hot all the time

-They have weather just like we do. It's not hot all the time. It can get cold in Australia. The southern half does get chilly during the winter. And in the mountainous regions, it even snows. Many tourists come during the Australian winter, thinking and packing for hot weather. Not being prepared to face cool, fall-like weather in some spots. A lot of people don't realize that when it is summer in the northern hemisphere, it's reverse down under. It's winter in Australia during the summer in the north. But, should you choose to visit Australia during the summer months, the most important thing to bring is sunblock. The sun will be far stronger down under than anywhere else. It's easy to get sunburned

4. Not trying the local cuisine

Meat pie

-Australia has a unique variety of local foods and tourists are denying themselves a new experience by not trying them. For a truly "down under" experience, try a "parma" (chicken parmesan) at a pub, a meat pie at a sporting event or Vegemite on toast

5. Paranoia about deadly animals

-Most are convinced that Australia is where all the animals that can kill you live. While it is true that Australia does have some deadly animals, as long as you practice caution, you shouldn't have too many issues. Australia does have a plethora of highly venomous snakes, dangerous ants, highly venomous spiders and even dangerous sea life. But, practice caution and you should be okay. Most of these animals will give off warning signs to back away. But, insects like the Red Back Spider or Funnel Web Spider don't give off warning signs. They are aggressive. Practice extreme caution

Lonely in Longreach by Eva Scott

This book is like Sleepless in Seattle, but given an Australian makeover

Summary

Sam Costello is a widower working his farm in the rural Outback of Australia. He's grieving the loss of his wife Michelle and trying to understand his teen son Levi. But Levi has other plans. Plans that involve attending university in Sydney with his friend Maddie. And even Maddie has her own reasons for going to Sydney, but they don't involve university. And, because of her matchmaking skills, she sets up an online dating profile for Levi's dad, hoping he'll be head over heels in love before he realizes what has happened

Sarah Lewis is a journalist with a great job and great boyfriend. But, she feels as though there is more to life than safe and perfect and great. She decides to do an article about finding love in the Outback, a place usually described as "harsh", "rugged", "hard". When she sets up a dating profile online, she encounters a user whose name is Lonely in Longreach, she wonders if this is truly the one for her

Happy Steve Irwin Day!

This date has officially been designated Steve Irwin Day. It's dedicated to the life and hard work of Australian-born wildlife expert Steve Irwin. He was popularly known as "The Crocodile Hunter". This special designation is all about things that were of the highest importance to Irwin: family, wildlife, conservation and fun

Born on 2/22/1962, in Essendon, one of the many suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, he grew up surrounded by Australian wildlife. His mother Lyn cared for injured animals, such as snakes, kangaroos, lizards and birds. his family moved to Beerwah, Queensland in 1970. Both of his parents opened a reptil park, which is now the Australia Zoo. He became known as "The Crocodile Hunter" and had a program of the same name on the Animal Planet channel. This program taught everyone, from little kids to older adults, all about the wildlife that inhabits this planet of our. Sadly on 9/4/2006, while on a diving excursion off the coast of Port Douglas in Queensland, he was filming a new program when he didn't know that he had startled a sting ray. The sting ray shot its barbed, venomous tail into Irwin's chest, piercing his heart. He died from cardiac arrest

Mad Max: Fury Road

The newest film in the series

Summary
-After a nuclear apocalypse ravages the Australian Outback, two people must work together to restore order in a world ravaged by barbarians and other gangs

Cast
-Tom Hardy: Mad Max
-Charlize Theron: Furiosa
-Nicholas Hoult: Nux
-Hugh Keays-Byrne: Immortan Joe
-John Helman: Slit
-Nathan Jones: Rictus Erectus
-Zoe Kravitz: Toast the Knowing
-Rose Huntingon-Whitley: The Splendid Angharad
-Riley Keough: Capable
-Abbey Lee: The Dag
-Courtney Eaton: Cheedo the Fragile
-John Howard: The People Eater
-Richard Carter: The Bullet Farmer
-Angus Sampson: The Organic Mechanic
Did You Know?
-Megan Gale, who plays the Valkyrie, became pregnant during production and had to leave, so director George Miller decided to kill her character off
-Near the end, Tom Hardy, who plays Max, displays some facial twitches, squints, eyebrow raises. This is a nod of respect to Mel Gibson, who usually does this to give a crazed look
-The character Immortan Joe only allows his eyes to be seen. No other part of his face is visible due to him wearing a full breathing mask
-Valhalla is the Norse version of heaven. The Valkyries lead the men who die in battle to a beautiful hall, overruled by the Norse god Odin
-Courtney Eaton was in her mid-teens when she was offered a role in the movie. She took on the role of the baby sister
-According to actress Rosie Huntington-Whitley, whenever one of the Wives' clothes would slip, revealing skin, Tom Hardy would do a cartoonish eye-pop to let them know of the incident to be
-Tom Hardy got his nose accidentally broken by Charlize Theron when she elbowed him by mistake
-Charlize Theron shaved her head for the role and had to wear a wig for A Million Ways to Die in the West
-Mel Gibson and Tom Hardy had lunch discussing what it would take to play this role. Mel gave him his blessing
-Quentin Kenihan, who plays Corpus Colossus, is actually disabled in real life. He suffers from osteogenesis imperfecta, which is a bone condition that causes bones to weaken significantly and break easily. The only things done to him were makeup.
-Near the end credits there is a dedication to a person named Lance Allen Moore II, May 24, 1987 - March 10, 2015. He was a fan who died in a motorcycle accident near Silverton, New South Wales, Australia, where Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior was filmed
-The bracelet Mad Max wears actually belongs to Tom Hardy
-John Iles, who played the War Boy The Ace, is a former British SAS soldier who headed the security team on set to ensure safety for all
-Despite the fact that the character Mad Max is Australian, no Australian actor has ever yet played him. Mel Gibson was born in in the US and raised in Australia while Tom Hardy is was born in England
-In the original film script, the character Valkyrie is shown in a cage and nude. Then it was revised to her wearing underwear to prevent higher ratings in other countries

Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome

This is the third movie of the series

Summary
-Bartertown is a city in the desert that has managed to retain technology if no civilization existed. Max is robbed of supplies and seeks shelter there in a dystopian future where barbarians hold what is left when the machines finally break down

Cast
-Mel Gibson: Mad Max
-Bruce Spence: Jedediah
-Adam Cockburn: Jedediah Jr
-Tina Turner: Aunty Entity
-Frank Thring: The Collector
-Angelo Rossitto: The Master
-Paul Larsson: The Blaster
-Angry Anderson: Ironbar
-George Spartels: Blackfinger
-Edwin Hodgeman: Dr. Dealgood
-Andrew Oh: Ton Ton Tattoo

Did You Know?
-Producer Byron Kennedy was killed in a helicopter crash during production. The movie is dedicated to him and director George Miller lost interest in the film because of that. George Ogilvie took over directing
-If you look closely, the pupil in Max's left eye is permanently dilated, referencing Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior, when he suffers a severe injury to his left eye
-The director of casting went through Australian schools looking for 60 kids, ranging in age from 20 months old to 16 years old
-The pigs used in the movie were on loan from a pig farmer
-Tina Turner had to shave her head completely bald just to fit her wig
-Tina Turner, who plays Aunty Entity, wore a steel dress that weighed more than 121 pounds

Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior

Here is the second movie of this series.

Summary
-A former policeman living in the dystopian future Australian outback helps a desert community of survivors in an abandoned gas refinery fend off attacks from marauding warriors

Cast
-Mel Gibson: Max
-Bruce Spence: The Gyro Captain
-Michael Preston: Pappagallo
-Max Phipps: Toadie
-Vernon Wells: Wez
-Kjell Nilsson: Humungus
-Emil Minty: Feral Kid
-Virginia Hey: Warrior Woman
-William Zappa: Zetta

Did You Know?
-The dog used in the film was taken from a local shelter. But because of the noise upsetting him, it resulted in him relieving himself in the car by mistake. After filming ended, one of the camera operators adopted him
-There are reasons for his mismatched clothing. The right sleeve of his jacket is missing, referencing his right arm being run over in Mad Max and medics would have simply cut off the sleeve than pull it over his injured arm. His squeaky leg brace came from getting shot through the kneecap in the first film. The harness with things hanging off of it is for working on his Interceptor, the first two fingers of his gloves missing allows for easier removal/insertion of shotgun shells
-The costumes for the movie were assembled from various items found in junk shops, second hand clothing stores, S&M shops, sporting goods stores
-Despite the fact it took place in Australia, it was extremely cold. Mel Gibson huddled under blankets between takes despite wearing heavy leather while the people playing the marauders suffered greatly in particular because their costumes exposed a lot of skin, especially their backsides
-The character Humungus has a pistol with an ornate skull and crossbones design. It is said that it resembles a Totenkopf, a "Death's Head" design, a symbol associated with the Nazi SS
-On the vertical stabilizer is a nude woman. It's Karen Price, the January 1981 Playboy model
-Queen guitarist Brian May composed the music for this film as well, but not Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome. Maurice Jarre composed the music there
-Max's dog is an Australian cattle dog
-The Feral Kid was based on Vietnamese orphans on the streets of Saigon
-Mel Gibson was forced to wear sticky makeup that made him look bruised and bloodied for weeks
-Mel Gibson taught Emil Minty, who plays the Feral Kid, how to throw a boomerang and head butt people without hurting them
-The character Humungus was supposed to be Max's partner Jim Goose originally. Production was against this, but there are a few nods here and there to that, including burns behind his hockey mask, his use of a police vehicle and his use of a weapon similar to the MFP's police force

Day 27 - The most surprising plot twist or ending

Hmmm, this one is hard. I guess it would have to be Private Down Under and Private Games by James Patterson

Private Games

-Peter Knight is the new head of Private London after his former boss Dan Carter and his employees perished in a mysterious plane crash. He's got his work cut out for him. London has been chosen to host the 2012 Olympic Games and he's working with Private agents from around the world coming in to get their security passes. Meanwhile, a madman named Cronus and his three Furies are trying to put an end to the games

-The surprising ending was that when Cronus, who turned out to be a character named Marcus Morris, who was head of a security group working with Knight, is fighting with Knight atop the Olympic Flame tower, Knight sticks a workman's screwdriver into Cronus' eye and he staggers backward, falling into the flame, the fire consuming his body

Private Down Under

-Craig Gisto is overwhelmed with the preparations of opening Sydney's new investigative firm. When the party is in full swing, a young man staggers into the party with a black bag over his head and his body full of holes. When the bag is removed, it's discovered his eyes have been cut out. As the investigation unfolds, it's discovered he is the son of a former Hong Kong police officer living in Sydney with his other son, Dai. And that this young victim was held hostage by members of the Chinese Triad. To make matters worse, they get another case during this one. A 26 year old Australian rockstar named Mickey Spencer comes in, claiming his manager is trying to make him a member of the famed "Forever 27" club

-The surprising ending was that his girlfriend, a Russian woman named Katia, is the one trying to kill him. He was giving a birthday party for his big 2-7 and Katia waited until he was high on cocaine to try and kill him. There, she reveals that Mickey impregnated her sister, Anais, in Moscow after a show and she went to a back alley abortionist and it killed her. She was mad at Mickey for impregnating her sister and her dying as a result

Day 22 - Favorite book you own

What a long list, lol!!!

First Blood

-David Morrell

Carrie

-Stephen King

The Green Mile

-Stephen King

18 and Life on Skid Row

-Sebastian Bach

Iron Man: My Journey Through Heaven and Hell with Black Sabbath

-Tony Iommi

Bruce Dickinson: Flashing Metal with Maiden and Flying Solo

-Joe Shooman

Run to the Hills: Iron Maiden, the Authorized Biography

-Mick Wall

Red

-Sammy Hagar

It's So Easy and Other Lies

-Duff McKagan

Fifty Shades of Grey series

-E.L. James

Memoirs of a Geisha

-Arthur Golden

Farewell to Manzanar

-Jeanne Wakatsuki-Houston

The Big Bad Wolf

-James Patterson

Private Down Under

-James Patterson

Private Games

-James Patterson

Private London

-James Patterson

Face the Music: A Life Exposed

-Paul Stanley

Tommyland

-Tommy Lee, Anthony Bozza

Donnie Brasco

-Joseph Pistone