LEGO
Best LEGO Star Wars Sets of 2025: My Top 10 Rankings
2025 has been another huge year for LEGO Star Wars, with plenty of exciting releases, long-requested remakes, and of course, some inevitable…
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The Life of J blog is home to everything I’ve written, newest first — from gaming, LEGO and technology to books, travel, writing, personal reflections and whatever else I happen to be into. Browse the latest posts below or explore the blog by category.
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Personal
Life Lessons I Want to Teach My Kids (That I Wish I’d Learned Sooner)
A living list of practical life lessons I want to teach my future kids—UK‑leaning tips on money (LISA, pensions), careers, daily learning,…
Personal
The Constant Struggle of Productivity: How I Manage Focus & Guilt
We’re surrounded by pressure to “always be productive,” but chasing efficiency often leaves us feeling guilty and exhausted instead. My struggle with…
Gaming
RuneScape: Why It’s My Favourite Game of All Time
When I put RuneScape at number one in my “Top 10 Games” blog post, I realised a paragraph could never capture what…
Personal
Why I Journal: More Than Just Writing Things Down
Journaling started as a New Year’s experiment, but it’s now my daily anchor—helping me reflect, track goals, and capture memories. I’ve learned…
Collecting
From Childhood Builds to Collector’s Shelves: My Lego Star Wars Story
My LEGO Star Wars collection isn’t just a hobby for me — it’s a treasure trove of memories and experiences that have…
Music
Unlocking Nostalgia: The Science of Music and Memory
Ever wondered why old songs make you feel so nostalgic? Dive into the science of music and memory as I share the…
Gaming
My Ultimate Top 10 Favorite Games of All Time
A bit of a different post today! I thought I’d go back to where my interest in computers really started — playing…
Tech
Fixing My Veeam Server (and My Sanity): An Unexpected Backup Adventure
In my last homelab misadventure, I wrapped up unable to reach my Veeam backup server. If you want some context on where…
Personal
My Digital Story: A Little Look Into My Life and What I Love
So! If you’re still reading this, I’ve obviously caught your attention, which means you probably want to learn a little more about…
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