Finally caught the polite, thankful
gesture for the return of change here at TASVEE Restaurant (24
Hours). The second hand falls high on the inside of the leading forearm which
carries the notes and coins, quickly following up. Two fingers in this instance
as if taking the pulse, almost in the crook of the elbow. A lingering touch and
display, often with a bowing of head, as Mabel does at Joo
Chait reception. In her action Mabel's hair falls forward,
emphasizing the bow. The Chinese don't seem to have it as part of their
exchange; Indians and Malays more so. Mabel is ethnically Chinese, but from
Malaysia. Back in Footscray Faisal might have performed the same action.
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