Embracing New Ideas

Next week, Ranih and I will be visiting Grand Nagus Rom and Leeta on Ferenginar. A lot has changed since I last saw them as Ezri.

There have been some reforms in Ferengi society, though not as many as Rom or Leeta would have liked. It can be difficult to push against centuries of tradition and deeply held beliefs. People can be frightened of change—or simply stubbornly resistant to it.

One major change involves Ferengi women and clothing. They can now wear clothes if they wish, but from what I’m told, the vast majority still prefer not to. Mostly it’s out of respect for tradition, but amusingly, many say it’s simply easier.

Rom has assured us there shouldn’t be any issues with Ranih wearing clothes. Even so, Ranih told him that if it makes things easier for any Ferengi men present at the time, she’s willing to respect their wishes.

It’s one of the many things I adore about my fiancée. She’s so open‑minded and respectful of other cultures and traditions. It’s probably one of the reasons she’s such a good teacher—and an excellent ambassador for the school and for Docosie III.