To the editor:
A few miles past Bangor on I-95 south, there is a rest stop filled with small, blue signs that are intended to aid the weary traveler.
Yesterday my wife and I parked in front of one of these signs. It gave these instructions; I’m paraphrasing. When tired from sitting for long periods, one may do this simple exercise: Lift the left butt cheek and hold it. Relax and repeat with the right. Now lift both and then relax.
I thought this to be amusing until I saw the disclaimer — The Maine department of transportation, “DOT”, is not responsible for any injuries incurred from this exercise.
This means that at least one person got hurt from cheek lifts and complained about the bad information. I hope no one finds this in bad taste. If so, you might be why they made the sign.
David Daniel Beckom
Mars Hill
