I also welcome you.
After loading up with all sorts of 'I think I have to haves' - and ' This is on sale/closeout, so I think I'll get it' -
I'm thinking a shorter list of items is a better thing.
A sewing machine that is working well - and you learn/know how to use it.
Almost all piecing can be done with a good straight-stitch machine. Check the vintage machine section and read how many people are very happy with older machines that are basically just straight stitch machines.
More can be fun - but sometimes 'more' is just clutter!