Tevia, in the musical, "Fiddler in the Roof," proclaims of his older daughter's marriage to a tailor, "they're so happy they do not know how miserable they are!" The Bulgarian gypsies have chosen to practice their customs because they are unaware of a better life out there, as their government allows no information to be exchanged with the outside world. I also like Charlie's comment, about their life expectancy.

Should I start making jello?

Vicky