I never frequently watched NASCAR racing, but I always knew who Dale Earnhardt Sr. was and what car he drove. It always hits me hard when someone from the world of racing loses their life particularly because I was brought up in a family that's always been obsessed with speed. It really makes you stop and think about life. This is truly a sad day and I won't forget about this anytime soon. The same thing happened to me when Greg Moore passed away after his horrific crash in October of '99. It stuck with me for many months afterwards and it really makes me aware of what speed can do to even the best of drivers.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Earnhardt family. He will truly be missed.
Jeff*
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