I don't mean to be "cheeky" but our August MTD sales are greater than last year's. People with home products that need to be maintained -- in our case swimming pools & hot tubs -- will still maintain them.

Not to be polyanna, but here's the good news - I think... With the gas & all energy products going up, I think consumers will & are more likely to shop online in order to SAVE gas!! Why drive 20 miles in your SUV at 12 mpg & waste $3.00 gallon gas (total $6.00) - plus the food you shouldn't be eating at the mall anyway - when you can order from the peace & comfort of your easy chair for only a couple bucks more, have the stuff delivered to your home? It just makes sense.

After September begins, I think all etailers are in for a pretty good Christmas Holiday season.