Trim a little, smoke a little, trim a little, smoke a little, trim, trim trim, smoke a little, smoke a little. I'm hoping to get such a good grow going this year that I won't feel guilty getting a trimmer!
The vortex is a real pain to trim. Super sticky and lots of bud sites. I grew a couple three years ago and it was a really nice creeper high that did a couple evolutions before settling in. I liked it best at night. But I guess you aren't trimming that yet. Hope your XJ is as good as it sounds.
I'd recommend the LA Confidential for a good indica strain. That was my favorite from last season and I'm usually a sativa guy. Real earthy with a pine scent and a sweetness that unlocks when you smoke it.