I was not bashing Marie nor sticking up for Kaye. I was merely stating that I do not buy machines based on who is the spokesperson for that brand. I DO hope that Marie does bring in new or younger, new quilters. We do not want this art to die out. I like Kaye, Eleanor & some of the other older gals that have been teaching us about quilting for some time now. That does not mean that I will not like some of the new or younger gals coming along. They may have some valuable stuff to teach me also. I am always open to learn new techniques or new stuff.
Janome has some wonderful machines. Bernina, Singer, Babylock and other brands have some wonderful machines as well. The machines themselves will not change due to whomever is representing that Company.
I think we have all been just stating our own individual opinions here. I don't like to see people upset or feelings hurt. If I've said something that offended anyone, I do apologise as that was not my intention.