The world is a complicated beautifully ugly horribly wonderful place. And moments like you describe, with the dichotomy of wealth of Park Ave mingled with the smiling face of poverty is truly the human experience. It seems a fitting tribute to the man who could not go on. It is sad indeed.

We all march in the same direction, regardless of where we come from or even what we have, and it's so important to pay attention during that long walk to the end. We only get one go, so we should look around and take in all we can.

If such a thing can be, then I am sure he is smiling on his own spent time at this lovely tribute.