Originally Posted by
enderwiggen
Once a basic list is established we'll look into buying a machine that will fulfill those needs under the pretense that if she really enjoys it and she can upgrade when the finances are available in the future. I think that's a fair compromise.
You are definitely a keeper. I think your plan is excellent.
I didn't read
all of the responses, so if I'm echoing someone else's suggestions, I apologize.
I'm wondering how possible it would be for you to enlist the help and expertise of her friend who has the higher end machine. Ask her for help in determining what your wife wants, what she really needs, and maybe some recommendations for machines and dealers. You may find a great deal on refurbished machines or machines that were exchanged for an upgraded model.