Men never justify. It makes no difference if it will pay for itself or just their pleasure. Women always justify - we don't have to. I was tired of spending $400 per quilt (I make lots of quilts) and waiting on the LAers schedule. I had the room so I just needed a machine - and one fell in my lap. A once in a lifetime event. Some people have boats (can't use that excuse now), vintage cars - I like quilting and fabric. It keeps me out of the bars. Can you even image how much that costs? To your health and your wallet? Now I'm looking at the robots. Do you know how much they are? OMG It's always something.