The Heaven 500

The Heaven 500 was 
just getting started.
An all-star race 
for the racing departed. 

Heroes of the track 
with nerves like steel. 
Sitting on the pole 
was a cat named Neil.

Adam Petty was there 
with his beautiful smile. 
Kenny Irwin determined 
to finish in style. 

Lee Petty was glowing 
with that Grandfather pride. 
Davey & Clifford 
both have a new ride. 

Fireball Roberts 
floated in on a cloud.
While Tony Roper waved 
to the Heavenly crowd.

Morrosso & Nemecheck then 
Tim Richmond appeared.
Kulwicki strapped in 
while the racing fans cheered.

The honorary starter 
for this Heavenly race, 
Ralph Earnhardt was chosen 
with a tear on his face. 

But the red flag flew 
just before it begun. 
Every eye opened wide, 
looking into the Sun. 

A last minute entry 
was the cause of delay. 
The fans were instructed 
to kneel and pray. 

The Heavens turned black 
and the clouds turned dark.
The lightning was brilliant, 
the thunder did bark. 

Then out of the rumble 
for all there to see, 
the clouds formed 
a black number 3. 

The heavenly fans 
erupted with pride.
And welcomed this star 
who had recently died. 

With a bolt of lightning 
Dale Earnhardt arrived. 
As he stood before 
Jesus, his spirit revived. 

Jesus hugged his precious child 
then revealed his perfect plan; 
"I brought you home to let 
you know I'm your biggest fan" 

"The Intimidator was needed 
for this heavenly race. 
Leaving all of your earthly fans, 
with honor and grace" 

Ralph Earnhardt then stepped forward,
embracing his son. 
Then whispered in the ear of Dale 
"Lets go have some fun" 

As Ralph stood proud 
the green flag flew. 
The crowd went wild 
and the tension grew. 

Just like salvation 
the admission was free. 
Every eye was focused 
on the black number 3. 

When the checkered flag dropped 
no dry eyes remained. 
It was a photo finish 
as Jesus explained; 

He said "There are no losers 
on this Heavenly track. 
This was a welcome home party for 
The Man in Black!" 

Author: Unknown