I have a Bernina 730 and adore it! You need to take your Machine Mastery classes (free for as many times as you want to take them at my local Bernina store). In fact, take the classes, use what you learn, and then go back and take them again. You'll be surprised how much more you'll be able to absorb the second time around when you are more relaxed. You seem a bit frightened and overwhelmed, but be assured that most machines work approximately the same way. It's like when you buy a new car, or borrow a friend's car...they look different but you can quickly get the hang of it. In the case of a Bernina, it is well worth the effort to learn the new machine because you will never go back to any other machine. Bernina is the best machine on the market for stitch quality and performance IMHO. Trust that with helpful teachers, as I have found Bernina teachers to be, you will be a convert in no time! Relax and enjoy this gift, and tell DH he chose the most amazing gift for you!