Saint Facetious
@saintfacetious.com
Novelist, blogger, traveler, musician, husband, dad. Posts mostly on #travel and #fatherhood, also a lot on politics. Also #belgium and #georgia. None of that in order.
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Saint Facetious
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· Dec 27
Lysa Hora: A horror short story
Lysa Hora: A horror short story - Kindle edition by Basey, Shawn. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Lysa Hora: A horror short story.
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I've decided on a new #kdp format, releasing one #shortstory at a time and then later making a collected release. First up: Lysa Hora, a modern take on the #Georgianfolk demon, Rokap and his kudiani. With a bit of culture clash thrown in. Get it here:
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#writing #amwriting #georgia
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#writing #amwriting #georgia
My latest blog on the best (natural) swimming holes in Tbilisi. Hopefully the hottest days are behind us, but probably not, so take advantage and get wet!
#tbilisi #tbs #georgia #swimming #nature #lake
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#tbilisi #tbs #georgia #swimming #nature #lake
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August 19, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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17 years ago, Russia launched its war against Georgia, with aggression starting days earlier. Shelling of Georgian 🇬🇪 villages and illegal troop deployments preceded August 7, 2008. The world must not forget how appeasing Russia in Georgia led to war in Ukraine. #WeRemember2008
August 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM
17 years ago, Russia launched its war against Georgia, with aggression starting days earlier. Shelling of Georgian 🇬🇪 villages and illegal troop deployments preceded August 7, 2008. The world must not forget how appeasing Russia in Georgia led to war in Ukraine. #WeRemember2008
Tbilisi is scorching hot and the only way to beat the heat is to get wet. Here's my latest guide to Tbilisi swimming spots (pools and water parks). Stay tuned next week for locations au naturale.
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Dive into Tbilisi: Fighting the heat
Summers can be brutal in Tbilisi. It can easily get to the upper 30s (that’s around 100 in Americanese) and it has a touch of humidity or smog or whatever unregulated thing is hanging in the air, crea...
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August 4, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Tbilisi is scorching hot and the only way to beat the heat is to get wet. Here's my latest guide to Tbilisi swimming spots (pools and water parks). Stay tuned next week for locations au naturale.
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In Brussels tomorrow? Don't miss Belgian National Day celebrations. Here's all you need to know:
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Belgian National Day
Belgian National Day, celebrated annually on July 21, is a vibrant public holiday marked by parades, family fairs, and either fireworks, a light show, or both. The date itself though holds a specific ...
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July 20, 2025 at 8:35 AM
In Brussels tomorrow? Don't miss Belgian National Day celebrations. Here's all you need to know:
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Heading to #Tomorrowland? Make sure to see more than the stage area. Visit all the #trolls in the woods!
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#belgium #trollbos #trolls #travelblog
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#belgium #trollbos #trolls #travelblog
The Troll Forest of Belgium
Of course, I told my kid, the trolls need screws in their wood to keep their skin together...
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July 17, 2025 at 6:15 AM
Heading to #Tomorrowland? Make sure to see more than the stage area. Visit all the #trolls in the woods!
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#belgium #trollbos #trolls #travelblog
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#belgium #trollbos #trolls #travelblog
Few people realize that Machiavelli was writing the Prince as one of the first manuals on parenting.
If Someone Disrespects You, Do This - Machiavelli
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July 16, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Few people realize that Machiavelli was writing the Prince as one of the first manuals on parenting.
Are you in Brussels this weekend? Monday is Belgian National Day! But did you know it wasn't always on July 21st? And what does the opera have to do with it?
Find out on my latest vlog: youtu.be/yjl_0_sESFc
#brussels #belgium #thingstodoinbrussels #holiday #travelblog
Find out on my latest vlog: youtu.be/yjl_0_sESFc
#brussels #belgium #thingstodoinbrussels #holiday #travelblog
The True Story Behind Belgian National Day: What They Don't Tell You!
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July 16, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Are you in Brussels this weekend? Monday is Belgian National Day! But did you know it wasn't always on July 21st? And what does the opera have to do with it?
Find out on my latest vlog: youtu.be/yjl_0_sESFc
#brussels #belgium #thingstodoinbrussels #holiday #travelblog
Find out on my latest vlog: youtu.be/yjl_0_sESFc
#brussels #belgium #thingstodoinbrussels #holiday #travelblog
In #Brussels this weekend? Monday is one of the biggest (free) parties of the year, #BelgianNationalDay! And here's a bit of the #history, full of genocidal kings, revolutionary operas, wars of religion, and a laser show.
Read it: www.saintfacetious.com/post/belgian...
Read it: www.saintfacetious.com/post/belgian...
Belgian National Day
One of my favorite holidays in Belgium was their National Day. It starts with a parade and children’s fair and ends with the Cinquantenaire turning into a giant beer garden with fireworks banging on o...
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July 15, 2025 at 6:12 AM
In #Brussels this weekend? Monday is one of the biggest (free) parties of the year, #BelgianNationalDay! And here's a bit of the #history, full of genocidal kings, revolutionary operas, wars of religion, and a laser show.
Read it: www.saintfacetious.com/post/belgian...
Read it: www.saintfacetious.com/post/belgian...
In Prague this weekend? If so, you might see a lot of flags and wreaths around. It's not for America Day, but an anniversary that's far older. About a guy named Jan. Jan Who? Exactly. Read it on the latest blog:
#prague #czechia #janhusday #travelblog
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#prague #czechia #janhusday #travelblog
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Jans Hus & Žižka, and the 1st defenestration of Prague
Walking through the Old Town in Prague, you’re in for an enrapturing experience. The old Baroque architecture, the winding alleys, the brutal crowds of gaping tourists. And this weekend on Sunday, whe...
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July 2, 2025 at 7:22 AM
In Prague this weekend? If so, you might see a lot of flags and wreaths around. It's not for America Day, but an anniversary that's far older. About a guy named Jan. Jan Who? Exactly. Read it on the latest blog:
#prague #czechia #janhusday #travelblog
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#prague #czechia #janhusday #travelblog
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Sometimes the best food a country has to offer isn't found in a restaurant, but on the streets. My latest blog on what to try in Georgia. Read it:
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#tbilisi #georgia #travel #food #travelblog
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#tbilisi #georgia #travel #food #travelblog
Street khatchapuri: More than cheesy bread
The street food vendors can be somewhat of a mystery. But they can also serve the best khatchapuri and lobiani in town. Read the blog to learn what to order.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:15 AM
Sometimes the best food a country has to offer isn't found in a restaurant, but on the streets. My latest blog on what to try in Georgia. Read it:
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#tbilisi #georgia #travel #food #travelblog
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#tbilisi #georgia #travel #food #travelblog
My latest blog is about the best time to be in Brussels: Summer! And if you're in #Brussels, enjoy it right. Find a #guinguette. Here I tell you where to find them all, their history, and a few more tips on the town. Read the #blog:
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Taking advantage of Brussels sun: Guinguettes!
When sun hits Brussels, find the best guinguettes. Your guide to the city's pop-up park bars for summer, from their history to finding a perfect Belgian beer.
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June 17, 2025 at 5:18 PM
My latest blog is about the best time to be in Brussels: Summer! And if you're in #Brussels, enjoy it right. Find a #guinguette. Here I tell you where to find them all, their history, and a few more tips on the town. Read the #blog:
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My latest vlog up, the surprising things to find upon moving back to Tbilisi. If you plan on staying an extended time, some good things to know. Watch it now!
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#tbilisi #georgia #caucasus #sakartvelo
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#tbilisi #georgia #caucasus #sakartvelo
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June 12, 2025 at 7:39 PM
My latest vlog up, the surprising things to find upon moving back to Tbilisi. If you plan on staying an extended time, some good things to know. Watch it now!
youtu.be/Y1TSXvCRqAs
#tbilisi #georgia #caucasus #sakartvelo
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#tbilisi #georgia #caucasus #sakartvelo
Navigating Tbilisi's surprising streets is easier with a guide! My Tbilisi Audio Guides turn some big walks into discoveries. Learn the stories behind the streets, find it here:
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#TbilisiAudioGuide #ExploreGeorgia #afacetiousguide #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
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#TbilisiAudioGuide #ExploreGeorgia #afacetiousguide #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
Self-guided audio tours in Tbilisi, Georgia » VoiceMap
Explore Tbilisi at your own pace with self-guided audio tours by insightful local storytellers, including journalists, filmmakers, podcasters and tour guides. All you need is VoiceMap's audio tour app...
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June 11, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Navigating Tbilisi's surprising streets is easier with a guide! My Tbilisi Audio Guides turn some big walks into discoveries. Learn the stories behind the streets, find it here:
voicemap.me/tour/tbilisi
#TbilisiAudioGuide #ExploreGeorgia #afacetiousguide #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
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#TbilisiAudioGuide #ExploreGeorgia #afacetiousguide #tbilisi #georgia #sakartvelo
5 things that just might surprise you too when moving to Tbilisi. They all talk about the water, but they don't tell you this. Check it out: www.saintfacetious.com/post/5-most-...
#tbilisi #georgia #expatlife #travelblog #travel
#tbilisi #georgia #expatlife #travelblog #travel
5 Things About Moving to Tbilisi
Moving to Tbilisi? These are my top 5 things you need to know before you go.
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June 10, 2025 at 11:59 AM
5 things that just might surprise you too when moving to Tbilisi. They all talk about the water, but they don't tell you this. Check it out: www.saintfacetious.com/post/5-most-...
#tbilisi #georgia #expatlife #travelblog #travel
#tbilisi #georgia #expatlife #travelblog #travel
This weekend in #Brussels is the #MedievalMarch at the #Cinquantainaire. My latest #blog gives you the lowdown about the event, as well as a meandering history of medieval festivals that naturally starts in the US. 😮
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Going Medieval in Brussels
For one weekend only, from May 30th to June 1st, the monumental Cinquantenaire Park takes everyone back to the medieval times with the Marche Medieval (medieval market). Neo-folk musicians, beer stand...
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May 28, 2025 at 7:15 AM
This weekend in #Brussels is the #MedievalMarch at the #Cinquantainaire. My latest #blog gives you the lowdown about the event, as well as a meandering history of medieval festivals that naturally starts in the US. 😮
Read it: www.saintfacetious.com/post/going-m...
Read it: www.saintfacetious.com/post/going-m...
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Crockett: That’s why they hired everybody from Fox because all they’re trying to do is put on a show.. I want us to refocus our attention on the American people and stop demonizing every person that ends up in ICE custody…
*Applause*
Van Drew: *bangs gavel*
*Applause*
Van Drew: *bangs gavel*
May 20, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Crockett: That’s why they hired everybody from Fox because all they’re trying to do is put on a show.. I want us to refocus our attention on the American people and stop demonizing every person that ends up in ICE custody…
*Applause*
Van Drew: *bangs gavel*
*Applause*
Van Drew: *bangs gavel*
Last weekend I went to Jvari for the... let's say I've been there lots. It's one of the main sites the locals will show you when you befriend one (also popular for weddings). Read the blog:
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#georgia #tbs #travelblog #tbilisi #mtskheta #History
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#georgia #tbs #travelblog #tbilisi #mtskheta #History
The Trinity of Mtskheta: Jvari Monastery of Mtskheta and more
Light shines through the window openings inside, illuminating the drifting dust particles; one monk-priest chants while another sits quietly, observing people dropping coins into a small box and takin...
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May 15, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Last weekend I went to Jvari for the... let's say I've been there lots. It's one of the main sites the locals will show you when you befriend one (also popular for weddings). Read the blog:
saintfacetious.com/post/jvari-m...
#georgia #tbs #travelblog #tbilisi #mtskheta #History
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#georgia #tbs #travelblog #tbilisi #mtskheta #History
Tbilisi tales! Our return has been a wild ride: empty apartment living, toddler adventures, and even the good old coin operated lift. Read about our Georgian adjustment on the blog. #Tbilisi #Georgia #FamilyTravel
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Coming to Tbilisi (Again)
Life in Tbilisi! Empty flats, toddler chaos & coin-operated lifts?! Read our (mis)adventures adjusting to Georgia.
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May 7, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Tbilisi tales! Our return has been a wild ride: empty apartment living, toddler adventures, and even the good old coin operated lift. Read about our Georgian adjustment on the blog. #Tbilisi #Georgia #FamilyTravel
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For Easter in Georgia, we swapped plastic colored eggs for the local-style red-only-dyed hard-boiled eggs for the hint. Then spent much of the day in nature.
April 21, 2025 at 5:07 PM
For Easter in Georgia, we swapped plastic colored eggs for the local-style red-only-dyed hard-boiled eggs for the hint. Then spent much of the day in nature.
AI automation will soon get to the point where it will write all our social media for us and then we can turn off the phone, go outside to a bar, and enjoy each other's company again.
April 16, 2025 at 12:43 PM
AI automation will soon get to the point where it will write all our social media for us and then we can turn off the phone, go outside to a bar, and enjoy each other's company again.
Hot take on StudioGhibli and AI: This was a grand marketing strategy.
It's no coincidence that Princess Mononoke was re-released in the theatres at the exact same time that "Ghibli AI" came into mass appeal.
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It's no coincidence that Princess Mononoke was re-released in the theatres at the exact same time that "Ghibli AI" came into mass appeal.
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April 3, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Hot take on StudioGhibli and AI: This was a grand marketing strategy.
It's no coincidence that Princess Mononoke was re-released in the theatres at the exact same time that "Ghibli AI" came into mass appeal.
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It's no coincidence that Princess Mononoke was re-released in the theatres at the exact same time that "Ghibli AI" came into mass appeal.
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After hauling my kid across 10 countries, I've learned a lot (mostly what not to do) the hard way. With my latest facetious travel guide, you can learn the easy way.
Get it here:
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#travelwithkids #travelbooks #parenting #travel
Get it here:
mybook.to/facetioustravelwithkid
#travelwithkids #travelbooks #parenting #travel
March 25, 2025 at 4:16 PM
After hauling my kid across 10 countries, I've learned a lot (mostly what not to do) the hard way. With my latest facetious travel guide, you can learn the easy way.
Get it here:
mybook.to/facetioustravelwithkid
#travelwithkids #travelbooks #parenting #travel
Get it here:
mybook.to/facetioustravelwithkid
#travelwithkids #travelbooks #parenting #travel
March 24, 2025 at 1:02 PM