Kona's Resilient Spirit: From Gesha Coffee Triumphs to Polynesian Navigation
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- Join us on a captivating journey through Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii, as we explore the fascinating story of one family's quest to produce the finest coffee, which led them to make history with the introduction of the award-winning Gesha Varietal into Hawaii. We'll delve into their inspiring journey as a family faced with the challenges of autism and how their pursuit of excellence led to their success.
But that's not all - we'll also meet Kalani, a remarkable individual who overcame personal obstacles to build his very own sailing Wa'a, and pass on the traditional art of Polynesian wayfinding to his son. With a stop at Hilo Bay, we'll get an exclusive insight into his inspiring journey, and discover the determination and perseverance that enabled him to overcome adversity and achieve his goals.
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Not sure how to pick my favorite part.. The Monarch is the perfect representation for all the transformations in the film. From the coffee farm and the birth of their farm to the story of recovery for Kelani (love IZ he was amazing ) to the blooming of Joshua, much like the chrysalis to the opening of a butterfly. What a wonderful group of stories on the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Truely heartwarming and inspiring. Thank you for sharing.
I also love the story about their son, Joshua, and how he got recognized by the doctor and became much better and return it to be the tour guide. That’s awesome story
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Such a heartwarming story about Joshua and how his progress ties in with the farm. I always wanted to visit a coffee plantation and if I ever make it to Hawaii I will be sure to take the tour of Monarch. I thank Abby and her family for taking the risk of starting Monarch Farms and producing their product. I am probably almost as excited to try it as she seems to be about producing this variety! Cheers! 🍮
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We'll definitely come by next time we're over there!
I love Kalanis' story. He is an inspiration. Growing and changing and giving to a new generation a positive energy is what is going to make the human race survive.
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My favorite part of this video is the story of Josh. I worked with several autistic children while teaching and also worked personally with a young man both at school and at home through the HOPE Group tutoring him and helping him to become independent and carry on with his life. I'm so glad that a doctor finally found Joshua's potential and captured it. I never expected to hear this story on a coffee video.
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I’m watching for the second time because I know I missed a lot! Here’s what I came away with so far: Family, determination, community, productive nostalgia, faith in their Creator and in themselves. And the butterflies are free.
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The best part of this is Joshua finds his voice and his passion. I felt this within my entire being. I'm so happy for him. I've felt held back or shut in a box before and he has found a way to shine like he was meant to. Who would've known it was in the passion and comfort you can have for coffee. A coffee that comes with a story and one that has created a beautiful life. Using the earth to find a way, and within your natural resources have you found your purpose. All around a beautiful story.
I too enjoyed Kalani's story. The way he chose life over the past. He chose good over bad. And he can now share a beautiful experience with the youth. One that chooses life cause you've already been at the bottom at your lowest.
Thanks for sharing. Best wishes to all these families.
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Kalani’s story & how he gives back to his community brought tears to my eyes. Wish we all had some of Kalani in all of us.
Beautifully said!
Monarch butterflies, moms joy right to the excitement of winning the best coffee in Hawaii! What a story! I loved how she compared their life story to the changing of the butterfly. Monarch coffee is perfectly named. 🥰
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If the content of these videos could be broadcast on commercial social media, the world would be a better place. Totally inspiring stories and spectacular photography!
Maybe one day we'll get there!
Beautiful farm! I work under fluorescent lights in a blah office 😟 I wish I could work with such beauty around me and love what I do like this family seems to.
Mother Nature was the first (and still is the greatest) chemist. All of this comes together perfectly in Kona coffee. Balanced to create a smile!
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Oh my goodness this story resonated with me in several ways. As a child butterflies were attracted to me and my Mom always said I was special and that’s why they landed on me and flew around my head, so naturally I associate butterflies with special people or places. But then it came to Joshua and his story… my son was born special also and I knew it but it took several years to get anyone to see What I saw. Finally he was diagnosed with apraxia, both types. One kind has to do with motor skills and the other with speech. After his hard work in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, my son way surpassed what Drs thought he could do and all he has as far as permanent problems is a learning disorder. Unless you know him really well you would never know of his diagnosis and lingering problem. And I also used to say my son marches to the beat of his own drum. It was a great story about coffee, trying new things, butterflies and families. I loved it and your coffee as well. Thanks for sharing!
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What a great story! From humble beginnings to where they all are today. Kalani was also like a butterfly being reinvented. And Monarch Farms grew more than just amazing coffee beans. Their son, Joshua, grew and found his passion as well.
Love that!
They really did!!!
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0:20 The video was wonderful! So enjoyed the inspirational stories, especially those concerning Monarch, the Kona Coffee Farm. Thank you!
This is so awesome! your trips are excellent and the Hawaiian blend is truly our favorite. that is why I was so happy to see this
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I loved Abby’s enthusiasm and love for her family shown through.
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Loved it all, but I think my favorite was Kalani's story of wayfinding.
What a beautiful family ... their honesty shines through. I loved hearing Joshua speak about his family, life, and their farm.
I'm absolutely a subscriber now and look forward to following future Angelino stories!
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That was a great story. My favorite part was Joshua finding his passion and using that to overcome his issue, truly inspiring.
I'm not sure what I can add that hasn't already been said, but the story was amazing! I love that Abby's mom knew when she saw the Monarch butterflies that this was going to be the farm they chose. I loved Kelani's story of recovery and connecting to his heritage and his people as soon as he helped on a boat. I think, most of all, I loved to hear how Joshua bloomed from a shy boy that never left Abby's side to the tour guide for Monarch farms. I hope one day to hear Joshua's tour and experience their award winning coffee farm fresh! Great video!
Love the story. We have a history with Autism. I also have a garden specifically to attract Monarchs!
Since I found Kona coffee, it has been my favorite brand. Your stories are exceptional and very inspiring and it’s impossible for me to just chose one special part! Coffee is continually evolving but I don’t need to search any further. I know my favorite and will always enjoy it. Congratulations on winning the top growers and I look forward to hearing more about your ventures in coming episodes!
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My favorite part was the story of Josh and how after he was successfully treated he began giving tours of the farm
I love the passion and honesty when she talked about her son and the struggles to find a reason for why he was acting the way he was. I'm was so glad to hear that there was a medical remedy. She sounds so passionate about everything she has accomplished. Makes me more driven myself. Thank you for sharing.
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Loved finding out about each Hawaiian person's story. Especially how coffee was said "it wont grow here in Hawaii" and that was proven false.
I have two cousins close to me that have austism spectrum sensitivities with peers & colors & sounds. And like Joshua, they were told about opportunities. Now they thrive like Joshua is doing. Good episode about hope & success through self- belief.
We are glad that this resonated with you personally, we are also delighted to hear that your cousins are thriving!
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and..of course...another ..luscious production to consume with or without caffeine!.. Congrats and Thanks for taking us along!
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Favorite part? Revelation of positive CHANGE. Transformation from one to the next. Change is what brought you here today, what's today's newest adventure, it will be wonderful, tomorrow will be amazing. Keep living, keep loving, keep giving.
God Bless.
Love that! You captured the theme of this video perfectly.
Abby and Joshua fully embody the name and nature’s wonder of a Monarch Butterfly…AND Monarch Coffee! Just as the monarch butterfly emerges as a beautiful and wonderful miracle, so too, did Joshua, once fully understood, and given the opportunity to blossom and flourish! As an Uncle of an autistic niece, who worked incredibly hard to graduate High School, I too, am incredibly happy for Joshua and the whole Monarch family. * Hat tip to the cinematographer and the film production team! Gosh, that was a beautiful video!
Beautifully said! Thank you.
It is funny how God guides us to our inner self to succeed. Listening to Abby's story and how it came about I remember the scripture ..."How long will you go limping with two different opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him." - 1 Kings 18:21. Abby's mom saw the Monarch and knew within her inner self that this was the answer, as well as Joshua. He knew within his inner wisdom that being a tour guide was his calling at this time and place. As for Kalani his scripture for today was "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you." Psalm 56:3 (NIV). He knew overthinking the future, trying to control and imagine every possible outcome was just too much to handle and we forget that God is in control. These islands in Hawaii are so spiritual, what better way to receive these inner guidance and wisdom to create such a wonderful coffee and inspiring life to pass on to your family.
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Having watched all of your travel videos, they are the perfect balance of presenting the story of coffee and showcasing the people and culture at your destinations. The stories of Abby, Joshua, and Kalani show how the human spirit can overcome obstacles and find one's passion. Having visited Hawaii twice in my life, I had the opportunity to experience Kona coffee first hand. It is truly one of the world's best. Outside of Hawaii, you mostly find "Kona blend" coffees. They are good but not the same as 100% Kona. In many ways, Angelino's Coffee is also like the Monarch butterfly as it changes and grows. Please keep doing what you do!
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Monarch Coffee was brought to life here, named after the butterflies - perfect representation.
Hats Off to Greg and Susy Stille's and the love for the Hawaiian Islands led them to start Monarch Coffee in Kona, Hawaii after discovering a coffee tree on a hike in Maui. They acquired vast knowledge of coffee through the process of growing and harvesting coffee cherries on their small farm, which eventually grew into a larger farm in Kona. They innovated by bringing the unique Gesha varietal to Hawaii, and their hard work and passion resulted in winning the Grand Champion First Place at the State of Hawaii Cupping Competition. Monarch Coffee has become a family legacy with their daughter and son-in-law taking over, and their grandson finding his purpose through involvement in the farm. The story is a testament to the power of family, commitment, and community.
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This story is so heartfelt❣️ Her father reminds me of my father he never gave up on anything either. The Monarch Butterflies are are perfect and my first word was butterfly (my father taught me how to say it every morning at 5am I would get up before he went to work and he would give me a plastic glass with a butterfly on it and he would say butterfly❤)
Her father has the best green thumb ever! This coffee is so Delicious.
I love how the farm has helped her son, it’s Amazing. The Whole Family Is Wonderful !
It gave me goosebumps when she was telling us the story about waiting to see if they placed in the competition and they Won 🏆
Also I love Kalani’s story he gives hope to others who have gotten lost and he is teaching his son many things.
Everything about your visit here is So Interesting, Uplifting and Family Oriented. Thank you for for taking us along with you.
Your coffee is The Best ❤
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Favorite finding you got First place in All of HAWAII! Wow! Congratulations 🎉 the whole video was very informative and interesting! I also loved watching Joshua giving tours! He’s awesome!
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This story combines two of my favorite things I've discovered within the past five years: (1) 100% Kona coffee, and Kona coffee plantations in general, and (2) Angelino's. What a pairing.
Couldn't have said it better ourselves!
Awesome coffee! One of the best trips of my life, drank delicious fresh coffee for 10 days.
Not sure how you pick a best part, The risk and reward on the journey to being the best coffee in the state. A man finding himself, and thriving while passing on knowledge and experience to his son. A family recognizing and nourishing the needs of a special child allowing him to grow and thrive. I cant pick one!
Totally agree!
The story was truly inspiring, heart warming and touching! It was lovely to see how Abby's Mom knew the moment she saw the Monarch Butterfly that that was the spot for their coffee farm! Then to see how Kalani made the changes he needed to become a wonderful Father and the ultimatum he faced and rose above it all to share his knowledge of his culture and share it among the kids. Then, Joshua...what an amazing journey that he and his family embarked on and came through with flying colors. Such an amazing young man!! Truly beautiful stories!
We agree very inspiring story!
As I watched, I kept changing my mind on my favorite part. However, by the end, the Monarch butterfly became the perfect symbol and representation for the changes. Changes to growing coffee at a different elevation. Changes to pursue making better life choices. Changes to aid a young man becoming his best self. And through it all showing the importance of family!
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What a great story and video! I've not ever been to Hawaii. I absolutely love Angelo's coffee. I'm glad to know the story behind the flavors.Thank-you! Joshua makes the video! would love to meet this young man!
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Enjoyed entire video. Found the discovery, naming, and coming of age of Monarch Farm quite interesting. The story of Joshua from unknown problems, to autism diagnosis, to becoming tour guide is inspirational.
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Great, inspirational story and journey. It’s amazing how far they came beautiful how it all came together. Keep up the good work and keep up making wonderful delicious, tasting coffee.
Thank you! Will do!
Very hard to choose favorite part. I really liked Kalani's adventures with his traditional boat. I guess though, I have to choose Joshua. He has become a great and wonderful person. His farm tours are awe-inspiring. Great family all around.
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Good choice!
Wow! What a story. I love the name of the farm, but Joshua's story is amazing! The love from his family throughout the journey to answered prayer is awesome. I want to go to their farm now and have "The Mascot" be our guide. I'm excited to try their coffee.
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I love great coffee. That's why I am an Angelino's customer. enjoyed the entire youtube presentation. my favorite part was when Kirk related to all the hard work that i takes to harvest and produce the best coffee. When he said he spent many hours a day hand picking the fruits just like the girl from Monarch. This guy really knows the process and gets it. Very passionate and knows the entire process. Keep up the great work Kirk and I'll keep drinking your coffee!
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Love Hawaii. Hawaiian Blend is one of my very favorite coffees from Angelinos. The Monarch story, new variety of beans and Joshuas story was my favorite part of the video. They seem like such wonderful people. Coffee sounds really special too.
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An amazing and heartwarming account of these real people in a beautiful Island. I enjoyed every part of this human experience. I loved that Monarch Coffee won first place! Can’t wait to try it!
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Beautiful story about my favorite place on Earth. Nature will always show us the right way, it's up to us to follow. Will look forward to sipping this coffee and imagining I am back in Paradise.
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I love your family's story. What a perfect name for your farm growing my favorite coffee!! I order my Kona coffee from Hawaii for special occasions. Hopefully my beans are Magnolia beans! God Bless.
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So interesting to hear that Monarch Coffee's history start with the butterfly! As well, amazing to see that for this particular blend, the importance Angelino's places by taking trips to discover and select the best coffee bean for that blend. Amazing!
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The Monarch Coffee video was amazing, it’s so hard to pick a favorite part…. But if I had to I would say the section about Joshua. He is a human Monarch!
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I was originally drawn to this video because my beloved dog is named Kona. I love delicate coffees, so that caught my interest. Then, when I heard the story about winning best overall with their first batch, I got excited about trying some. I will be ordering some of this in my next order.
That is awesome!
What a inspiring life story❣️ especially love how they adopted the name monarch, like the monarch transformed from a caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly, so as Joshua transformed ❤
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Monarch…. The perfect feeling. God put the feeling into the wife. Who knew it would evolve into taking the grandson’ out of his cocoon’ & into his own, helping him to break free.❤
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A great history story. Great coffee. Hard to pick a favorite, all are favorite, depends which one I’m enjoying at that time. Delicious!
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Heartwarming! And coffee too.
We wanted to obtain some Kona
on our last cruise( pre pandemic).
However, the volcano erupted and canceled the stop.😔
Oh no! We hope you get another opportunity to visit!
Being able to be the first but not taking away from our environment but adding to it is special. Monarch butterflies were almost extinct during my childhood. I’m so glad of the name and that they exists there!
We love the process! 🌱🦋
Being of 1/2 Hawiian Blood I was thrilled to try Angelinos Coffee and to our delight it turned our to be our favorite coffee, we just wish we could get boxes of larger quanitys
That is wonderful to hear.
I loved the stories about Hawaii. I have been there several times and ready to return. When I returned I had to keep ordering more Kona coffee as it is my favorite. The Monarch butterflies are so precious. I have seen them hatch here in Ohio. The story regarding Joshua was so heart breaking with all he had to endure. I am so thankful he is now a happy guy. Your coffee is the best in the world!
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ONE of my favorite parts is when her mother looked at all the monarch butterflies and instantly knew that would be the name of their farm. Can’t wait to try it.
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Overcoming adversity & coffee! A great combo! Waking up in the morning with Angelino's can also help us overcome! 😉
So true!
My favorite part was when he spoke about changing himself. May God open his eyes to the truth that no permanent change for the better can be made by men apart from a relationship with God made possible through the finished work of Christ.
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////////my favorite part is all about the Monarch farm, Monarch coffee, and the butterflies.
Those are all great moments! Thanks for watching.
Because I have a niece and nephew that are in the spectrum it was very heartwarming to see the way Joshua is able to conduct tours and relate to people individually. I love your coffee and it is great to see how coffee is grown and how it has affected others lives. Thanks!
Beautifully said!
The story was amazing. I think the best part is understanding how long it takes to grow the coffee beans. That is commitment and really what this whole journey for them was all about.
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Wonderful story! I love the butterfly connection! And I truly appreciate the story of Joshua because my son has ASD also.
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This is a great story in all aspect from planting to harvest of the coffee bean. The clip also describe the coffee plant was the gateway to help mankind over come their personal problems. The story is very interesting but the camera capturing the beauty of the island is nothing short of breathtaking!
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So much passion and dedication in this story!! So beautiful and inspiring! How Monarch Coffee came to be is amazing!
It really is!
Very interesting how they explain the coffee business at Monarch. Been drinking Angelino’s for over a year and love how they share the inter workings thank you!
I totally agree!
Learning about the background of Kona coffee production. Very interesting. It is nice to see a family that keeps the business growing.
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Total enjoyment ....... everytime I think I have a favorite I try another flavor and I have to change my mind again..and again...and again.
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Such an awe inspiring story. Joshua is a great story on it's own. This is about a story of love for family , culture, and finding how to come into your own.
Couldn't agree more!
My favorite part of this is how the passion is provided by inspiration from the beautiful land and in nature ,we all heal and find out place.....if you are present in all it's beauty to listen to your own truth.
Well said!
What an interesting story! I am not sure what my favorite part is, but I enjoyed learning of the history the Monarch Coffee and the inspiration behind it.
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What a wonderful story. And the scenery itself, knocks my socks off.
Thankful the mom saw all the butterflies!
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Can’t pick a favorite part just live that Monarch is doing something no one has done before. Love that they didn’t listen to the negative predictions on the elevation challenges.
Agreed!
I guess my favorite part was the story of the gesha bean and the formation of Monarch farm. I also like the story of Joshua.
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My favorite part was the story of Joshua and the monarch butterfly. It hit home to m but this was whole film was truest inspiring.
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Beautiful presentation about monarch coffee. Of course Angelinos would take this in.
Wow, thank you!
I love hearing about people doing something that originated with a sense of joy! It’s a an added plus that it involves coffee!
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I’m partial to monarch butterflies…and very much enjoy the Hawaiian Blend!
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Great story. Very interesting. Have been to Hawaii and saw the operation first hand. The Monarchs are my favorite thing.
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What wonderful stories ... interwoven and supporting. Thank you
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I loved the story behind the naming of the coffee farm and how her Mom just knew when they arrived and saw the butterflies that there was no other name it could be.
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I love Abby's family story with the Ethiopian varietal, the risks they took trying to grow it on Kona.
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My favorite part of this video is the story of Monarch coffee winning the best coffee competition and how the company came to be. Great story.
Couldn't agree more!
I love the story of The Monarch Butterflies!!❤ That would have influenced me to make my home there.
It truly is a great story worth telling.
My favorite parts has to be the beautiful scenery and the history of the farm and Joshua 💕
It's lovely to be able to experience the cultures around the world! We love that these things stood out to you.
We’ve been there. It’s beautiful!! And of course, we bought some coffee! Love it!
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Kona coffee is one of the best flavors from Angelina's. Plus only coffee made in the good ol' US of A!!
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Tremendous uplifting story. I understand it because I grew up in Hawaii too.
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This entire story was beautiful from the discovery of the perfect spot on the island to the transformation and diagnosis and healing of Josh and his family. I was literally in tears at the end…happy tears for all.
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Mother Earth 🌍 blessing the coffee beans 🫘 why the coffee taste 👅 amazing ❤
We agree! So good!
Listening to Kalani talk about how he changed and the life he now has, compared to where he was and how it's affected him
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incredible story - i will enjoy each cup more knowing how hard this process is. thank you.
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My fav part is the final product. Her coffee is wonderful and I’m a regular.
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Love this story and such a great “family” story…and love how it relates to the “monarch"!
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This was my favorite coffee story so far. They have all come together so nicely with such challenging times.
I'm so glad!
What a great story and since I love butterflies and their beauty… loved they named their coffee after that butterfly.
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I love butterflies. Would love to come and take a tour someday. Praise God for Joshua.
It would be an awesome trip!
That's a hard choice the Monarch farms & Kelani's story it just makes me want to take a trip to Hawaii
You should! It's beautiful.
Love that when they were looking for land to grow their coffee when they pulled into Kona the monarchs were everywhere!
Truly, must have been a beautiful sight for them.
Great story! Love your coffee and the Hawaiian is the best. Looking forward to more stories.
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My favorite part is the inclusion of the Monarch butterfly into this farm and coffee business.
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