Wat Khemara Buddhikaram, Long Beach, CA, a mother and child offer incense at the temple. When first entering the main sanctuary, it is customary to light a stick of incense, kneel before the Buddha, and pray silently. After praying the person bows at the waist (sampeah) three times and then places the incense in a bowl at the base of the altar. (Courtesy of Kayte Deioma Photography)
