no surprise to me...
World plus dog appears to be surprised by the jump in retail sales reported today...
...whereas I am not surprised at all!
With flights and packages more expensive (because of fuel) and driving anywhere pretty dear, I know so many people who are deciding to stay at home instead of go away on a holiday this summer, and (with that cost saving in mind) have decided instead either spend the money they have "saved" on themselves (toys) or their house...