You may be too young to remember the "snobs" who thought that quilting anything on a DSM wasn't really quilting. Only those which were hand quilted met with their approval. Quilting is changing constantly. Be happy with your hobby and don't let anyone make you feel inferior. Some of those folks are envious of your wonderful machine and how wonderfully well you use it. Who cares whether it is tied, quilted on a DSM or a pantograph is used. Be happy with your creations and keep on going. (I'd love a sit-down LA but it won't ever happen at my age.