Update on Rob

I didn't know how to tie Rob's update into my Day 6 thankfulness so I'll just make it a separate blog. If you're on FB none of this will be new news but those that aren't can be filled in via the blog. Rob, his crew and 2 crews from Las Vegas were supposed to leave around midnight on Sunday night/Monday morning. But upon take off it was discovered that the C-5 had a hydraulic leak so they made a quick landing and a not so quick 3 hour repair. The crews finally took off around 4:30AM PST. Once they landed at JFK the crew was able to get gas for their work trucks and buy the basic supplies that the Air Force had made them remove from their bucket trucks for the flight. Last night the guys stayed at the airport bunker, without pillows, blankets or showers. When I spoke to Rob today he didn't sound quite as tired, although he said he still hadn't really slept since Saturday night.
 This evening when we talked he said that the crews had changed locations about 12 times before settling in Northport, NY (on Long Island). He said they're staying on cots at a local fire station and everyone is very appreciative of the guys. He said that, although there's only 1 shower for 20 guys, he appreciates that there's heat and a more quiet sleeping environment than he's had the past couple nights. He said the crews went out to grab a bite to eat tonight and several restaurant patrons came up to thank the guys for traveling so far to restore power to their little village. At this point the crews will be there 2-3 weeks, meaning Rob will most likely miss Thanksgiving. This isn't a new thing for him as he used to contract before but it's new to me and I'm going to really miss him while P and I celebrate with the rest of his family.
If you're a praying person, please pray that the guys are able to get some rest tonight and that the storm that's supposed to blow their way tomorrow at some point isn't as bad as predicted . I'll give you another update in another day or two.