Transit strike

I found out yesterday that Nicolae had to take 5 different buses to get here because there was a transit strike going on. only the buses were working. The trolley and the subway systems were shut down. We start at 8:00 AM with breakfast and then go until around 6 PM after dinner. That means he has to leave at 6 in the morning and doesn't get home until 8 at night. What a commitment on his part. I wonder, would I have that same dedication? Especially for a week long class? I do know this though, I better make sure that what I have to teach is worth not only his time, but the rest of the classes also.

JTS