Yep...I have decided the world is working against me!!!!

So, after my 1950's machine died, you will recall I stole my mother's...guess what, it is dead. Seems that Mom has not sewn in about 30 years. How old is her machine

...soooo here are my options...get one of them fixed or buy a new one. My across the road neighbor (just think that sounds funny) loves to sew. She is in tight with the local viking machine dealer. She has offered to take me to see her and help me find a machine.(feel like I'm off to see the wizard) She said they will let me buy on time

, so I think this may be the time for a new machine! Lord knows, I'm not hand sewing these outfits!
So, does anyone have a viking? What are your pros and cons? Help!