Under the Wire

Those of you who know who Cher is will be surprised to learn she and I share a unique similarity. Slightly younger readers probably wonder, “Who the heck is Cher?” Once you hear about her, chances are you will be more than a little confused.

Cher began as Cher Bono, part of a 60’s rock duo Sonny and Cher. A good singer, she was equally well known for her outrageous appearance. Wild, sometimes daring clothing occasionally revealed jewelry in places other than her ears and around her neck. “What’s that in her navel?” mothers would ask right before changing the television channel, much to Dad’s d...