There comes a time in every LED's life when the current stops flowing, the resistor says, "That's enough," and the glow finally fades. Today, that time has come for BlueLED.co.uk.

For years, this website has been the ultimate shrine to the greatest of all LED colors: blue. Other LEDs had their moment: red had its alarm systems, green had its exit signs - but blue? Blue was the future. Blue was the revolution that lit up tech, gadgets, and gaming rigs alike. And at the heart of this glowing movement stood one man: Shaun.

Shaun didn't just like blue LEDs. He loved them. They weren't just components; they were a way of life. While others settled for the dim, orange glow of nostalgia, Shaun looked ahead-into the cool, electric brilliance of blue. And so, BlueLED.co.uk was born, a shining beacon for all who shared his passion.

Since its first flicker online, BlueLED.co.uk has inspired countless DIY projects that made bedrooms, cars, and gaming setups glow like futuristic spaceships. It has provided wisdom on circuits, resistors, and the perfect shade of blue (yes, there is a perfect shade). But most of all it brought together LED lovers from around the world, proving that blue LEDs are not just lights but a lifestyle choice.

But now, Shaun is hanging up his soldering iron, stepping away from the glowing abyss, and embracing a retirement that - dare we say it - may even include exposure to natural daylight. We can only assume he will struggle at first, instinctively reaching for a 5mm ultra-bright blue LED whenever he needs guidance in the dark.

While this website may be shutting down, let us not mourn. Instead, let's celebrate. Because blue LEDs will never truly die. They will continue to illuminate power buttons, underglow kits, and unnecessarily dramatic sci-fi movie props for generations to come.

And as Shaun embarks on his next adventure - perhaps one lit by a different kind of glow - we salute him.

For his dedication.

For his vision.

For his unwavering belief that every project looks cooler when bathed in blue light.

So here's to you, Shaun. May your retirement be as peaceful as a softly glowing LED strip and as thrilling as a brand-new circuit board fresh out of the anti-static bag.

Thank you for everything. You and your website will be dearly missed. But remember... the blue light never truly goes out.

Goodnight, BlueLED.co.uk. You will shine on in our hearts (and USB hubs) forever.