I was the same with FMQ. I struggled for over 10 years and had just decided that I would never do it. Ever! Well, I ended up getting a new sewing machine a year and a half ago, and I decided to try it again. I have never looked back. I don't know if I personally made a break through - I know that the machine I have now makes FMQ much easier. But if any of you have seen my posts on FMQ you'll see just how far I have come!!!