An Act of God? Luck? Fate?

I haven't posted all week because Hurricane Sandy has left us without electricity, and Internet access has been sporadic. Although it's getting a bit chilly in here, we are among the lucky ones. We know several people along the Long Island coast that went back to find their homes unlivable. I just can't imagine what they have to deal with now. We just have to deal with no traffic lights and long lines for gas. My dogs are helping a lot with keeping warm - especially the cuddly Chihuahuas :0)