Some days on the coffee farm are filled with the sound of laughter, birds, and footsteps moving between the trees.
Other days arrive quietly.
Today was one of those days.
We said goodbye to La Mona, the farm dog who had been part of daily life for many years. She was old, gentle, and deeply familiar with every path, every corner, and every routine of the farm. La Mona wasn’t just a dog that lived on the land — she belonged to it.
She followed farmers during harvests, rested in the shade of coffee trees, and waited patiently while work was done. Without ever asking for attention, she gave companionship. Without words, she offered presence. For those who work long days on the farm, that presence matters more than people often realize.
Life on a Coffee Farm Is More Than Coffee
When people think about coffee, they often imagine a cup in the morning or a café in the city. But behind every cup is a place like this — a living environment where people, animals, and nature coexist every single day.
Farms are not factories.
They are homes.
They carry joy, routine, fatigue, celebration, and sometimes loss. Animals like La Mona become part of the family because farm life is shared life. She was there through seasons of planting, harvesting, rain, and sun. She witnessed the quiet moments that never make it into photos or videos.
Why These Stories Matter
At My Little Coffee Tree, we believe it’s important to share not only the successes of farm life, but also the moments that show its humanity. The coffee tree you see growing is part of a much larger ecosystem — one that includes farmers, families, animals, and traditions passed down over generations.
Losing La Mona reminds us why protecting and supporting coffee farms matters. These are not just places of production; they are communities built on care, resilience, and deep connection to the land.
Thank You, La Mona
Thank you, La Mona, for the calm, loyalty, and quiet companionship you gave to everyone on the farm.
You may no longer walk these paths, but you will always be part of this place.
Moments like this remind us that farming is not just work — it is life shared together.
