Shoot, that is cruel and unusual punishment!!! I think I'd strike and refuse to fix dinner for a week or something!
Seriously, I'm excited for you. The machine is a work horse and the embroidery is so user friendly that it doesn't take long to learn. Please post if I can help in any way. If I'm not mistaken, they include a CD/DVD that instructs on use as well as the books.
Have fun (when you finally get to use it) sewing!
Helen
And, good luck on your exams. :D