Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

By: Jill Pertler

Regular readers of this column will attest to the fact that my summer has been defined by two words: home improvement.

I was set to start the summer with a new storm door at the front of the house and a walk-in shower at the very back.

Both are still undone.

But fret not! I’ve accomplished quite a bit in the middle of the house: flooring, countertops and painting cupboards to name just a few.

But not the shower.

I’ve had the new shower unit (albeit still in the box) sitting in my bedroom for close to a month. I need the plumber’s assistance to install it. In other wor...