11.   In fact, many stores have reported robust sales of flags in recent days.

12.   In fact, some Journeys stores have reported selling Heelys to senior citizens, says Pete Hicks, senior buyer for the chain.

13.   In addition to first-time buyers, stores reported sales of eyepieces and other accessories to more advanced amateur astronomers looking for the best views of Jupiter.

14.   Military stores reported heavy business both Tuesday and Wednesday, with gas masks a hot seller, along with American flags and survival gear.

15.   Not all stores reported improved results, however.

16.   Other shoe stores report a similar run on their jellies, which come in a variety of lollipop colors.

17.   Outfitters like the Eastern Mountain Sports stores report that Global Positioning Systems, the relatively new navigational tools, are selling briskly.

18.   Other larger retail stores also reported brisk sales of Earnhardt collectibles Sunday night and Monday afternoon.

19.   Quito stores have reported a run on TV sets.

20.   Retail stores reported they had the best Christmas season in years.