Well, I've gone and done it!
My ten year old sewing machine will not run with the foot pedal. Just the start and stop button. Anyway, been debating whether to buy a new one or get it serviced. Been looking at the Brother Sewing/Embroidery Machine online at Walmart and they just lowered the price even more today to $299. So decided to order one. Hopefully, I will be happy with it; I have never had a Brother sewing machine just Janome. Wish me luck on this decision. Hopefully, I did the right thing!!