Years ago when I was your age..I said when the kids grow up..I'm getting a "Viking" so I did(2000.00 worth) I hate it..lol..I have a 200.00 Brother and a 129.00 Brother and I use them all the time..cart them everywhere..never have a problem with them..also can afford to replace them..I baby the Viking..I want a new machine and will probably go with a high-end Brother when that takes place !!