Blog Archive: November 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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How To Adjust 1 DTE Crypto Put option
Options trading in the crypto market presents a myriad of strategies, and mastering the art of adjusting positions is a vital skill for navigating market fluctuations successfully. In this comprehensive exploration, we'll delve into the intricacies of adjusting a 1 DTE (Day to Expiration) Crypto Put Option, drawing insights from a real-world scenario involving the TerraMatris crypto hedge fund. Before we embark on the journey of adjustment…
London Stansted Airport
London Stansted Airport is an international airport serving London, England. It is located near Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, 42 mi (68 km) northeast of Central London. London Stansted serves over 160 destinations across Europe, Asia and Africa. Stansted is a base for a number of European low-cost carriers. This includes being the largest base for low-cost airline Ryanair, with over 100 destinations served by the airline. As of 2022, it is the…
Khobi Central Park
Khobi is a small town in western Georgia with a population of 4,242. The settlement of Khobi acquired the status of a town in 1981 and currently functions as an administrative center of the Khobi District within the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region. I first visited this small town at the end of September 2023, during a few-day trip to Svaneti, we made a stop at what seems a central square of the city, found a nice cafe, and enjoyed some light…
#15 Steady Growth: Terramatris Crypto Hedge Fund Aims for $25 in USDC Holdings
We keep growing the Terramatris crypto hedge fund bit after bit by selling put options on Ethereum and Bitcoin Every week we choose one crypto coin and invest all premium in it. In the last weeks, we have already invested in XLM, ETH, USDC, and BTC. I have decided to stick with these 4 tickers until we grow the portfolio to at least 0.1 ETH or 0.01 BTC, thus enabling covered call writing on these positions. On week 15th, we are returning to…
Latest Stock Buy: 1 MS share at $79.46
On November 15, 2023, a significant step was taken in bolstering our long-term stock portfolio as I acquired 1 share of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) stock, investing at a favorable price of $79.46 per share. This move signifies a deliberate and strategic approach to building wealth over time. Morgan Stanley, an American multinational investment bank and financial services company, stands as a prominent player in the financial landscape.…
Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Featuring 3 international restaurants, the Radisson Blu is just a 2-minute walk from Stansted Airport Terminal. Guests can enjoy stylish, non-smoking, modern rooms featuring free Wi-Fi and a fully equipped gym. We booked this hotel for a night's stay back in August 2023, while traveling from London to Riga, we chose this hotel because it is directly connected to the airport with a passage, which is awesome. For our night stay we spent about EUR…
Dadiani Palace
Dadiani Palace is an interesting site to visit once in Zugdidi, there is actually located the histroy and architecture musem. The Dadiani Palaces History and Architecture Museum is considered to be one of the most eminent palaces in the Caucasus. It is a Neo-Gothic building. I had heard so much about this place, but finally visited and took off my bucket list at the end of September 2023, during a few-day Svaneti trip together with my mom. We…
#14 Coin of the Week: Ethereum
We keep growing the Terramatris crypto hedge fund bit after bit by selling put options on Ethereum and Bitcoin Every week we choose one crypto coin and invest all premium in it. In the last weeks, we have already invested in XLM, ETH, USDC, and BTC. I have decided to stick with these 4 tickers until we grow the portfolio to at least 0.1 ETH or 0.01 BTC, thus enabling covered call writing on these positions. On week 14th, we are returning to…
Birthday in London
The long-awaited London movie has finally graced our screens, capturing the essence of a remarkable birthday celebration back in August. Join us as we embark on a journey that begins in the heart of Tbilisi, meanders through Riga via Kutaisi, witnesses the construction of a house in Capšu zeme, experiences grass-trimming adventures in Jēči, indulges in a delightful fish grilling session, and culminates in the vibrant cityscape of London, with…
Installing Hardwood floors for our Frame House In Latvia
In October 2023, we enjoyed a week-long school break from the British International School in Tbilisi, Georgia. Seizing the opportunity, we made plans to travel back to Latvia to advance our DIY project involving a Frame House. In preparation for our trip, I had already placed orders for OSB (Oriented Strand Board) and hardwood flooring from local suppliers. We had coordinated the delivery, with an agreed-upon date of the evening of October 18…
How To Obtain Crypto License in Georgia
For almost one year I've been working on developing a Terramatrics crypto hedge fund. While developing the fund I have organically connected to like-minded individuals, investors, enthusiasts, and more. The other morning I had about two-hour very interesting meeting with a Greek investor, exploring his options in Georgia. He seemed a bit surprised learning that TerraMatris crypto hedge fund is not registered in Georgia (or any other…
#13 Coin of the Week: XLM (Stellar Lumens)
We keep growing the Terramatris crypto hedge fund bit after bit by selling put options on Ethereum and Bitcoin Every week we choose one crypto coin and invest all premium in it. In the last weeks, we have already invested in XLM, ETH, USDC, and BTC. I have decided to stick with these 4 tickers until we grow the portfolio to at least 0.1 ETH or 0.01 BTC, thus enabling covered call writing on these positions. On week 13th, we are returning to…
Tsinandali music festival
In September, the Tsinandali music festival unfolded, marking another chapter in the cherished tradition upheld by the team at Caucasus Translations. Year after year, this cultural extravaganza has become an integral part of our calendar, drawing us into a world of beautiful classical music and the delectable flavors of Georgian cuisine.The Tsinandali music festival is a symphony of cultural richness, offering enchanting classical performances…
TerraMatris Crypto Hedge Fund Portfolio Value reaches $132.76 in October 2023
Terramatris is a private crypto investment hedge fund started on August 22, 2023, by me. The fund is privately held and is not publicly registered under any specific jurisdiction. Though, most of the time operated from Tbilisi, Georgia. We trade options with crypto while reinvesting premiums back into different crypto assets. At the moment we are growing our crypto portfolio by selling put options on Ethereum. Once we will have at least 0.1…
How To Fix Access to the path 'C:\Users\...\My Music' is denied when opening a Trados Studio project package
The other day Gvantsa from the translation office in Tbilisi asked if could I help to fix her Trados SDL Studio 2021. As not being an actual user of this program, just providing support for the office technique I took a look and saw there are some problems with permissions, as the software was saying Access to the path 'C:\Users\...\My Music' is denied when opening a Trados Studio project package. I thought what a strange choice for the folder…