I’m Stuart Lennon.

Here, I explore how to survive, even prosper, in this mad world. Thanks for coming by.

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Nero's Notes 2 min read Free

On not being a Stationer

I wondered whether I would still be as motivated to use analogue tools, particularly as I'm exploring different digital rabbit holes. The answer to that has come quickly - I'm using pens, pencils and paper more than I ever did.
Working Tools 2 min read Free

Still Teching

This German company makes machines in Germany specifically for Linux, and even has an in-house flavour of the operating system, designed to be accessible to people who think that the command line is some sort of military term.
Newsletter 2 min read Free

The Digest 06/04/25

Last week, I wrote, "Looking to avoid Amazon has massively reduced my ability to fritter." Then, I came across Tuxedo.
Nero's Notes 2 min read Free

The Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch

They'd hate me for saying it, but Blackwing and Moleskine sell nostalgia. Their products are echoes of stationery past. Both brands hark back to windswept and interesting people who used their tools.
Working Tools 2 min read Free

Anytype

Anytype is beautifully marketed. For someone like me, suddenly concerned about data privacy, cross-platform, and worried about "Big Tech", it hits all the notes. "For those who celebrate trust and autonomy." It's a nerd war cry!
Newsletter 2 min read Free

The Digest 30/03/25

My version of tilting at windmills is to gently boycott American tech firms, where I can. Who knows if people outside the US will always be able to access servers and services? All is fair in love and (trade) war.
Nero's Notes 2 min read Free

Uses for a Pocket Notebook

The commonplace notebook. A beautiful name if nothing else. Record anything and everything that prompts you. In many ways, the commonplace notebook is a combination of all of the above.
Workflows 3 min read Free

Data Migration

It's probably an overreaction, but my feelings about data privacy have hardened over the last weeks. The Orange One has given me pause on several fronts.
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