Lisa-Marie perceives her teenage life to be a lot different to that of a non-gypsy. In her culture it's not acceptable to have boyfriends - drink or smoke - things she thinks regular teens do. Lisa sees herself as more of a grown-up than an average teen - she doesn't go to school. Instead she spends her time in the home - cooking - cleaning and looking after her younger siblings. But there's no chance of a man in her life. Gypsy boys haven't made a good impression on her, and anyway, her parents would never allow it!