I love my EQ software, have been using it since EQ4, love the upgrades!!! I don't subscribe to quilt magazines anymore, just pick up a magazine once in a great while for inspiration. I just love that I can design a block any size desired. I found the supplemental books very helpfull, they are written as tutorials. Their tech support is great, a real person if you need it. The only cost is a phone call!!!
I designed a quilt for my brother in law that I couldn't have done otherwise. Even designed the block and then played with the layout. I have ADD, seriously, and don't have the patience for graph paper and crayons, really....no kidding. Another issue, there is a big difference between ADD and ADHD!!!