Coffee manages to infiltrate our life in a humorous way. Not only is it a beverage we use to stay awake, but it also helps us relax, sit with others, and enjoy small moments. Consider this: how often have you heard someone say, "Let's get a cup of coffee," when they wanted to get together? All I want to discuss in this piece is how coffee unites people, whether they are at home, with friends, or in different cultures. Coffee at Home. Coffee was ubiquitous when I was growing up in the Dominican Republic. Every morning began with the aroma of coffee in the kitchen. I felt like I was a part of the ritual when my mom prepared a cup for herself and gave me a sip that was primarily milk with a small amount of coffee. In my home, and, to be honest, in the majority of Dominican houses, you never let someone go without offering them a cup. It's a straightforward way of saying "you're invited here." Coffee With Friends. The simplest reason to see people is ...