Dear Editor,
I am writing because I have solved the mystery.
You know those gloriously short passing lanes on Hwy 26? Well, I have determined that they’re haunted by none other than the ghost of Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Whenever a driver enters those lanes, Dale’s ghost possesses them, turning their ordinary vehicle into a NASCAR-grade speed machine. Suddenly, they’re zooming past other cars as if they’re in a high-speed chase with the Grim Reaper himself.
But here’s the kicker: once these drivers escape the clutches of the passing lane, Dale’s ghost releases them, and they snap back to their regular speed. It’s like Dale’s saying, “I gave you a taste of my racing prowess, now enjoy the mundanity of highway driving!”
So, the secret to the erratic speed on Hwy 26 lies in the mischievous spirit of Dale Earnhardt Jr., giving unsuspecting drivers a wild ride they never signed up for. If you ever witness someone zipping by you like Lightning McQueen on that stretch of road, rest assured it’s the ghost of Dale Earnhardt Jr. getting his supernatural kicks. And don’t worry, they’ll be back to normal shortly.
Matt Legge, Meaford
