Oooh, trying not to be jealous! I've been wanting to get a Janome to travel with - classes, guild sew-ins, a yearly retreat. My Bernina, although much loved, is crazy heavy and it's a pain to take it out of the sewing table, tote it, then put it all back.
When I saw the first picture, I had to giggle and wondered if this was really your machine, or kitty's? Or maybe he/she is not wanting you to take time to sew but would rather you spend more time petting? Cute picture!
Have fun!