Hi Debbie I also live in Calif, riverside so we are somewhat neighbors. Another thing we have in common is the beagles, I have 1 and she is a handful..if I am not careful she runs off w/ the material and thinks its hers.
I am 51 have 3 grown children and 3 grand daughters. My first sewing machine is a kenmore and I call her "OLD FAITHFUL" she has never let me down and only needs minor repairs every now & then. Just purchased a White 4400 embroidery machine, haven't even attempted to play w/ it.I bought it sew I could machine embroidery but I do love to hand embroidery, I find it very relaxing. Ok time for another cup of coffee....[~]