The Bean That Changed Everything


Let me tell you the story of Andrés Mora, his loving wife Ana and their teenage son Alejandro.

They lived in an rural village in Costa Rica. This small village was full of life and color. They were surrounded by lush green fields, with rich smells of flowers and local fruits. Everyone knew each other and the idead of family and friendship were ingrained in the population.

Andrés was a hardworking farmer who was dedicated to his family and, like most of us, wanted a better future for his kid. 

But, like most people who work the earth, he’d been facing tough times as their traditional crops had not been yielding enough to support them nor Alejandro’s dream to go to collage. Nevertheless, Andrés went out every day and took care of his crops. He carefully tended to them and made sure they were protected from pests and diseases. 

He also bought a beautifully crafted traditional Costa Rican oxcart from a local artisan. He did extensive research, sought advice from experts, and even secured a small loan to get started.

But coffee farming was not without its challenges. Andrés and his family faced numerous setbacks. Understanding weather patterns, pests, transportation and the steep learning curve of coffee cultivation took a toll on the family. There were moments when he even considered giving up.

Just when things seemed bleak, they started to see the first signs of success. The coffee plants began to thrive, and Andrés' perseverance paid off. They started producing high-quality coffee beans. 

As their coffee farm started to thrive, Andrés and his family decided to do something unique with the loyal oxcart that had been key to their success. They hired a local artist to paint intricate and colorful patterns on it, turning it into a work of art.

Over time, Andrés' coffee farm became highly successful, attracting buyers and bringing in a steady income. Alejandro, with the extra income, was able to pursue his dream of going to college. And the loyal oxcart, with its unique artwork, became a symbol of their family's journey and the prosperity they've achieved through coffee farming.

As the years passed, and the oxcart is now owned by Alejandro’s grandchild, Roberto, its become an heirloom. Each generation has added its own artistic touches to the oxcart, preserving Andrés' memory and the legacy of their coffee farm.

Roberto now sits on a rocking chair in the front porch admiring that Oxcart and the coffee plantation in front of him. He reflects on how all of it represents his family's heritage, history, hard work, and success in the world of coffee.

Andrés Mora is not one single person, but his story is a vibrant representation of countless of parents and grandparents who have continuously worked these lands. Whose stories, their culture and heritage are a proud representation of the work that goes into every cup of coffee we drink. 

At TRB we want to connect people to these stories, to the families who work these fields and the countries that have these rich lands that make all of this possible, to Origin. 

Thank you for reading, Eber

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