Presenter Robb Roderick on his way to the year’s first NTCA work- shops in California and NTCA Training director Mark Heinlein and his wife and able assistant Connie on their way to Las Vegas for TISE West/Surfaces. Turns out Albuquerque is at the crossroads of Interstate 25 and Interstate 40 and is an oft-traveled route for our trainers. I treasure the opportunity to spend some time with them, apart from the crazy busy sched- ules of shows and conferences! And when you’re in Albuquerque, don’t forget to try the green chile cheeseburger at the Owl Café, right on Eubank at the exit to I-40. God bless, Lesley lesley@tile-assn.com EDITOR'S LETTER –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Waterproof wall inserts, for use with any installation method! Surface mount design, easy to install without precise framing. Available in 3 modular, practical sizes for more design options. Nail it on and tile it in with modified thin set mortar. Popular for new or remodeling projects. QuickShelf adds style and value to any tiled area. Retailer inquiries welcome. 9x13 t 13x13 t 13x20 Wheeler Tile & Company t 800-965-9501 t www.QuickShelf.net t t t t With Robb Roderick With Mark and Connie Heinlein 12 TileLetter | February 2018