Walking in the CBD to get lunch this afternoon, I looked up to see a green streetcar. It filled me with a little Christmas cheer to see it decorated with the traditional greens and wreaths. Although it took me at least 10 seconds to realize that I was walking on St. Charles Ave, not Canal.

I know to most people this means nothing, but I’ve been waiting for streetcars to return to St. Charles for 15 months. I don’t know if they’re letting people ride on them yet or how far down they will initially roll, but it feels really good to see them on the avenue again. I can’t wait to take a ride.