The Economy Is Back!

The economy is finally roaring back, at least here in Denver.  I base this assessment on the size of the crowd dining at Bistro Vendome in Larimer Square this evening (on a weeknight, no less).  When you are willing to spend good money on pricey French food like canard - that's duck, people! - happy times are indeed here again.  Plus, during my bike ride this evening, I actually found loose change on the streets.  A year ago, you would get into fist fights trying to pick it up, but today it was there for the taking. I even saw a tourist lighting a cigar with a $10 bill.  What more proof do you need?