Well Eddy, I know what you mean. When I bought my nice embroidery/sewing machine I used it all of the time. Then I had trouble after cleaning it. Took it to the shop where I purchased, and waited while she looked at it, stating I could not be without my machine. She cleaned it and I had not put something back EXACTLY right..........so it was my error.......but while I was there I bought another smaller/sewing machne, less weight and something I could carry easily to classes. So I would NEVER be without a machine again. Plus I got my old peddal singer belt.........now I am ready for even no power. I have lanterns too........ha.........