Thai garland lady smiles, while the red light keeps me waiting

An elderly Thai woman is seen selling jasmine garlands at the Rama 9 intersection during red light traffic. This Thai form of floral garland locally known as "Phuang malai" (Thai: พวงมาลัย) is often given as offerings, and worn and presented at many festivals and occasions, such as graduations and weddings, for good luck.



As I snapped this picture the lady noticed me, and then smiled at me and the taxi driver :)