Spring is here and much of the country has been enjoying all that the season offers. I, for one, am loving this weather and hope it's here to stay.

Just a few weeks ago I wrote here about how the first-of-the-year travels for many of us were winding down. Just as quickly as that ended, we're now preparing for spring and summer events. The next big excursion for many of us will be the AIA Show next month in San Antonio. This is a great show for the glass industry because it's a prime opportunity to reach architects firsthand.

It's also a great way to see all the innovative products that glass manufacturers and fabricators will be launching. We all know that architects love glass, and I have no doubt that exhibitors this year will not disappoint. I also expect that two of the big themes at this year's show will be green trends and decorative glass. These are focus areas that are here to stay. So be on the lookout to see what companies will unveil.

The AIA show is only the beginning of the industry's spring and summer educational and informative events--more will follow. I truly believe the more you know about the industry, the better you can do your job. If you've not been one to visit trade shows or conferences in years past, maybe now is the time to attend one. You never know what you'll get out of it.