Blog Archive: February 2025

Dedoplis Tskaro / Eagle Canyon / Big Shiraki (2024)

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Our summer journey through Georgia's hidden treasures has been an unforgettable adventure! We began by hiking the stunning Eagle Canyon near Dedoplistskaro, a limestone marvel home to majestic birds of prey. The 1 km trail led us through…


How to Install Drupal 11 with Nginx, PHP-FPM 8.3, MySQL, phpMyAdmin on Ubuntu 24.04 - Linode Guide

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In this article, you will learn how to set up a webserver for serving Drupal 11 websites running with Nginx, PHP-FPM 8.3, MySQL, and phpMyAdmin on Ubuntu 24.04For the following tutorial, I used very much the information from my previous…


Call Bear Spread: A Hedging Strategy for Bull Put Spreads (Example With Morgan Stanley)

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When trading options, experienced traders often seek ways to mitigate risk while maximizing returns. One such strategy is the call bear spread, a type of credit spread used to profit from neutral to bearish market conditions. In this…


Kakhaberi Restaurant: A Culinary Gem Near Bibliani

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In early January 2025, during a weekend trip to Gudauri, we stumbled upon Kakhaberi restaurant near Bibliani. What a discovery it turned out to be! Nestled along the route to the mountains, this place is a treasure trove of authentic…


Salty Garden & Lisi Lake (2024)

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The last weekend of April 2024 was filled with nature, good company, and memorable experiences. The journey took us to Salty Garden near Bazaleti Lake, where I met Anastasiya, who was working at the Salty Garden tavern, and later, a hike…


How to Install Composer on Ubuntu (24.04) for Easy Drupal Module & Theme Updates

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As a Drupal developer, keeping your modules up to date is crucial for security and performance. To streamline this process, I use Composer—a powerful dependency manager for PHP. It allows me to quickly update Drupal modules without the…


Erisoni Restaurant in Gori

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During my recent visit to Gori, I had the pleasure of dining at Restaurant Erisoni, a place I wouldn’t have discovered if it weren’t for a friendly recommendation. The night before, while enjoying a cup of coffee at Georgia Hotel Gold, I…


BP Stock Update (February 2025): Selling Puts, Covered Calls & My Long-Term Outlook

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In 2024, I adopted an aggressive strategy to acquire BP stock, utilizing one of my preferred options trading tactics: selling put options on stocks I aim to own. BP's appeal lies in its optionable status, consistent dividend payouts, and…


Karavela Restaurant: A Cozy Gem Near Tbilisi Sea

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For years, we’d been eyeing Karavela, a charming restaurant perched near the Tbilisi Sea. The idea of stopping by lingered in our minds, especially during our many drives around the area back in 2019-2020 One memory stands out vividly—…


Gori, Uplistsikhe & Mom

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We kicked off February with a trip to Gori, a city known for its deep historical roots and a connection to one of the most controversial figures of the 20th century—Joseph Stalin. But our journey wasn't just about history; it was a mix of…


Tbilisi Museum of Illusions & Holloseum

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At the start of February, we spent a delightful afternoon exploring the Tbilisi Museum of Illusions and Holloseum. Our little one, having already visited the museum a few weeks prior with her class from the British International School of…


Dollar-Cost Averaging into Intel Stock While Hedging a Losing Short Put Position

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Investing in individual stocks through dollar-cost averaging (DCA) is an effective way to manage risk and gradually build a position. However, options trading can introduce additional complexity—especially when managing losing short put…


Is Ford Stock a Buy? Our Journey of Options Trading & Dividends

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Ford (F) has been a challenging stock in our family portfolio since 2023. The journey began when I was assigned 100 shares at $14 per share, an entry price that soon proved to be on the higher side. Ever since, I have been actively…


Colva Beach: Golden Sands and Tranquility in Goa

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Colva Beach, located in South Goa, is known for its expansive golden sands and tranquil atmosphere. Stretching for several kilometers along the Arabian Sea, the beach offers a peaceful escape from the busier tourist hubs in the region. Its…


Birthday party (2024) aka Kartuli Disko

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Back in June 2024,  amazing team at Caucasus Translations pulled off an incredible surprise birthday party for my dear partner. The birthday girl of honor had absolutely no clue what was going on as I secretly took her to the party spot in…