Blog Archive: July 2023
An ex-pat living in Georgia since 2011, I trade stocks, take photographs, work out at the gym, and many more. Here I write about travel, finance, and other things that might interest me.
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Rolling Forward Covered Call Positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum
On July 7, 2023, I rolled forward two covered call positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum, using perpetual futures as collateral. Originally I established these trades on July 3, 2023, buying 0.1 BTC futures at $30,809 and 1 ETH futures at $1,952 and selling call positions with July 7th expiry at $31,000 and $1,950, respectively. As none of the call positions expired in the money, I just rolled to the next week's (July 14) expiry for both positions…
Our frame house has suffered significant damage due to the strong winds
Over the past few weeks, I have been fully engrossed in the laborious task of constructing our frame house from the ground up. Unfortunately, amidst the hustle and bustle of the construction process, I have been remiss in updating our progress on this blog. However, I regret to inform you that our endeavors have taken a devastating blow. This past weekend marked a significant milestone as we completed the roof installation and eagerly commenced…
Elia Monastery near Dedoplis Tskaro
Elia monastery is located in Kakheti, in the southern part of Dedoplistskaro, on a double-peak limestone mountain. The Temple of Saint Ilia Tezbiteli is located on Mount Elia since the sixth century. Many people gather here every August 2, on the day of the great prophet, Saint Ilia Tezbiteli. They overnight on a double-peaked mountain and pray at the bottom of the Elia rock. I first learned about this beautiful place from our German friend…
How To Get pre-paid unlimited internet in Turkey with eSIM
Staying connected while traveling is crucial in today's digital age, and having access to mobile internet is essential for most people. Turkey, with its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes, is a popular destination for travelers from around the world. To ensure you stay connected during your trip, one convenient option is to use an eSIM (embedded SIM) for mobile internet. During our latest independent trip to Istanbul, I was…
The Top Beaches to Visit in Tel Aviv: Unwind and Relax by the Mediterranean Sea
Tel Aviv is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Israel, known for its vibrant culture, nightlife, and beaches. With over 14 kilometers of coastline, Tel Aviv boasts some of the most beautiful and accessible beaches in the country. During our latest trip to Israel I had a chance to spend a day in Tel Aviv's beaches and was left with that white envy feeling, how lucky Israelis are, having such nice beaches just in front of their city…
New Covered Call Positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum
On July 3, 2023, I sold two covered call positions on Bitcoin and Ethereum, using perpetual futures as collateral. At first, I bought 0.1 BTC futures at $30,809 and simultaneously sold a 0.1 call option with a strike price of $31,000 and an expiry of July 7, 2023, for this trade setup I was rewarded with a 0.00155 BTC premium. Perpetual futures are traded with 50x margin on the Deribit trading platform, and to control futures worth 0.1 BTC I…