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Kelsey Makes Coffee

Name: Kelsey Makes Coffee
Address: VALLEY, Kulzer, WA, 99181, US
Telephone: +15099363789

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Kelsey Makes Coffee

Mother • Wife • Human
Founder of MK Coffee Station ☕️
I make coffee, build community, and share the messy + magical parts of life along the way.

Open for private events year round! Licensed in Spokane and Tri County. Seasonally open in Valley WA until 5/1 to 10/1 however event bookings will take priority. See social media for weekly updates.

05/25/2026

Ikigai — the idea that there’s something each of us are uniquely meant to bring into the world. The thing that lights us up, comes naturally to us, serves others, and gives our lives meaning.

And honestly… I think coffee became that for me.

Not just coffee itself — though I do love a good cup of coffee — but the connection that happens around it.

For some reason, making drinks has always come naturally to me. I can remember people’s drinks by their face and the stories they tell me. I love experimenting with recipes, creating new flavors, multitasking during rushes, talking to customers while I’m making drinks. Even after doing this for almost 10 years, it still doesn’t feel tedious to me. It doesn’t feel like “just work.”

What I realized over time is that what I’m really putting out into the world isn’t just coffee. It’s connection.

We live in such a go-go-go society. People are tired. Overworked. Lonely. Disconnected. There’s not always enough time for community, self-care, slowing down, or simply feeling seen.

But somehow, in this little coffee shop in Valley, for 3–7 minutes at a time while I make someone their special drink, I get the privilege of helping people feel a little less alone.

And that means everything to me.

I know not every day is easy, but I feel incredibly blessed that this is how I get to contribute to the community that raised me. And even more blessed that I’ve been able to create jobs for women in our community who help continue that same mission.

“Good vibes and good coffee” has never just been a slogan to me. It’s been the heart of this whole thing since 2019, when MK was just a little rickety coffee trailer.

And as long as we’re allowed, we’re gonna keep doing it.

See you soon! ✌️❤️☕️

05/16/2026

I’ve noticed that when I stop taking care of myself spiritually, mentally, and physically… my ego gets LOUD.

For me, ego looks like control. Hypervigilance. Spiraling. Judging myself harshly. Obsessing over what people think of me. Getting stuck only seeing the darkness in the world instead of the beauty too.

And the wild thing is, I usually don’t realize how far gone I am until I’m already deep in it.

I’ll be go go go. Work work work. Pouring into everyone else. Kids, husband, coffee shop, dishes, laundry, responsibilities, the endless mental tabs open in my brain. And somewhere along the way, I stop doing the things that actually keep me grounded.

Yoga. Journaling. Meditation. Putting my feet on the earth. Sitting quietly. Breathing. Just being a human instead of a machine.

I even have to take little sabbaticals from Facebook sometimes because I can feel myself getting sucked into rabbit holes and fear and noise and overstimulation. And once I’m in that state, my nervous system wants MORE information, MORE control, MORE certainty… even though it never actually brings peace.

And the hardest part? In those moments, taking time for myself feels selfish.

But in reality, taking care of myself is one of the greatest gifts I can give the people around me.

Because I am a much softer, calmer, grounded, loving version of myself when I do.

We live in a world that constantly tells us:go moredo moreproduce morehustle more

So slowing down can almost feel rebellious sometimes.

I’m still learning how to do this steadily instead of in extremes. Not waiting until I’m completely burnt out to come back to myself again.

But I guess that’s life. Cycles. Awareness. Growth. Returning.

As always… coffee first…then all the rest. ✌️❤️☕️

05/14/2026

One thing being a barista for years has taught me is that coffee is rarely ever just coffee.

People celebrate with you. Grieve with you. Vent to you. Trauma dump on you. Laugh with you. Tell you about their divorces, their kids, their dreams, their bad days, and sometimes things they probably haven’t told anyone else.

Some days you feel like a barista. Some days you feel like a therapist with an espresso machine.

And honestly? Seeing so many sides of humanity over the years has made authenticity incredibly important to me.

I’ve realized I’m someone who really values people being genuine. I can handle flawed. I can handle messy. I can handle human. What’s hard for me is when people present one version of themselves publicly and a completely different one when the audience is gone. Maybe that’s from years of working with the public, maybe it’s from life experience, maybe both.

Coffee culture has always meant more to me than aesthetics or trendy drinks. It’s the connection. The consistency. The little ritual people build into their lives. It’s community. It’s energy. It’s creating a space where people feel welcome, seen, comfortable, and cared for.

And I’ve been really lucky.

Truly, probably 90% of my customers over the years have been absolutely incredible people. The love and support I’ve received from this community has honestly changed my life. I’ve met some deeply authentic humans through coffee, and I don’t take that for granted for a second.

This job has also taught me boundaries. It’s taught me discernment. It’s taught me that not every connection is meant to last forever, and that’s okay too.

At the end of the day, I just want to keep showing up as myself. Make good coffee. Create good energy. Be real with people.

That matters to me more than anything.

Thanks for coming to my TED talk 😉

✌️❤️☕️

05/10/2026

So here I sit on Mother’s Day with my makeshift little breakfast in bed… a cutting board, coffee that I heavily coached my children through making for me 😂 and two muffins.

Honestly? Perfect.

I’m scrolling on my phone this morning when I come across this quote by Viktor E. Frankl:

“What is to give light must endure burning.”

And immediately I felt this ache in my chest because… damn.

Isn’t that the truth.

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about light, darkness, transformation, grief, joy—all of it. About how life can be unbelievably beautiful and unbelievably painful at the exact same time. The polarity of it all.

As good as my life has been, there have also been seasons that felt impossibly heavy. Things I still don’t fully understand. Things that changed me forever.

And motherhood especially feels tied into that for me.

Because becoming a mother is beautiful… but it’s also a burning.

Not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, mentally. Parts of you crack open. Parts of you disappear. Parts of you are reborn. You spend years helping someone else become who they are while also trying to rediscover yourself again too.

And somehow it’s both one of the hardest and most beautiful thing I’ve ever experienced.

And here I am back in “maybe I should just delete this and not say a damn thing” mindset. However I also think there’s value in being honest about the human experience.

Not everything is sunshine.
Not everything is darkness either.

It’s both.

Fire destroys things. But fire also clears the ground for new growth.

And maybe that’s part of what so many of us are experiencing right now in one way or another—personally, collectively, spiritually. Old versions burning away so something more aligned can grow in its place.

I don’t know….

What I do know is this:

The energy we carry matters.

See comments for the rest ⬇️⬇️⬇️

05/03/2026

A little heads up about this page…

When I first started this page it was MK Mobile Coffee, it was about the trailer, the drinks, the business.

And it still is.

But it’s also becoming something more.

I’m going to start using this space a little differently—more like a blog. A place where I share my experience as a business owner, a mom, a woman, a cringey millennial… just a human navigating life in real time.

Because the truth is, people don’t just crave good coffee—they crave connection. And I genuinely love social media for that. I love creating, I love sharing, and I love the relationships that come from it.

So you’re going to see more of me. The good, the messy, the in-between.

And just to be clear—this is not a cry for help.

I’m okay. I have a strong support system. I’ve done years of therapy. I feel grounded in who I am.

I’ve struggled with social anxiety and being seen in a real way. Which might sound weird if you’ve seen me post goofy videos or do silly stuff online—but that’s different. That’s me playing, being weird, not taking myself too seriously.

When it’s actually about me? When I’m being real real?

That’s the part that makes me want to hit delete.

I’ve almost deleted every post I’ve made like this in the past week.

But I’m not going to.

Because I think there’s value in showing up anyway.

I’m going to talk about the beautiful stuff—the community, the joy, the wins. I love that part.

But I’m also going to talk about the hard things. The uncomfortable things. The stuff people usually brush under the rug and pretend isn’t there.

Because that’s part of being human too.

This page started as a business page… and it still is. But it’s evolving into something a little more real, a little more personal.

If that’s your thing, I’m really glad you’re here.

And if it’s not, that’s okay too. Truly. Thank you for being here for whatever part of the journey you were.

But at the end of the day—I just have to be me.

So if you want to stick around, hang out, lurk, whatever… I’m glad you’re here ✌️❤️☕️

04/30/2026

emotional support lineup lately: water, coffee, and whatever playlist can bring me back to center 🤍

I’m a sensitive soul. I feel everything — the good, the heavy, the in-between — and sometimes the weight of the world + everyday life winds me up tighter than I even realize.

one of my favorite parts of my job is creating. making videos, connecting, seeing what you all are doing — it genuinely fills me up. but if I’m being honest, I can also feel the other side of it. the scrolling, the noise, the negativity that sneaks in and sits in my body longer than I want it to.

so I’ve had to get really intentional.

sometimes that looks like classical music in the car instead of the latest playlist. sometimes it’s choosing silence. sometimes it’s blasting Manifest Positivity and letting myself reset, even if five minutes before I was fully in my “everything sucks” Limp Bizkit era.

because both exist.

I still have those moments. I still get overwhelmed. but I’m getting quicker at catching it — reminding myself that as heavy as things can feel, there is just as much good here too.

and I get to choose what I contribute to that.

so I’m choosing to show up as the light I admire in other people. the softness, the humor, the warmth. a little bit of silliness, a little bit of hope, and a whole lot of real.

if you’re feeling it too — you’re not alone. just keep coming back to yourself 🤍

Thanks for being here you dope soul! ✌️❤️☕️

11/19/2025

✨ A little update… and a whole lot of gratitude. ✨
This page has been through so many seasons with me — from MK Mobile Coffee, to building my brick-and-mortar, to moments like this one… standing in my new shop with my sisters this summer, realizing how far everything has come.

I’ve decided to shift this page into something more personal: Kelsey Makes Coffee.
A space where I can share the real-life parts of this journey — mom life, sisterhood, business building, the messy middle, the magic, and all the coffee that keeps it going.

Since this page started as the coffee trailer account, I totally get if this new vibe isn’t everyone’s cup of… well… coffee. If it’s not your thing anymore, feel free to unfollow — no hard feelings at all. I want this space to feel authentic, connected, and true to where I’m at now.

But if you’re here for the ride, thank you. Moments like this — surrounded by people I love, in a place I built — remind me why I started in the first place.

✌️❤️☕️ Kelsey

09/03/2025

It’s time to move on to our next chapter and with that say goodbye to ol’Betty. She’s been a great little trailer and we’ve been through so much together but she can be someone else’s dream now. If you or someone you know is interested, shoot me a DM for more information. LNI certified and licensed in both Tri-county and Spokane county health departments. I still get tons of messages for event bookings. A great opportunity and just in time for Greenbluff season! Thanks! - Kelsey ✌️❤️☕️

05/01/2025

O M GOODNESS! It’s finally happening you guys! Hometown Fuel is ready to rock & roll! 🤘 Come Fuel up your car ⛽️ and fuel up for your day ☕️ Support small businesses & support local! Congratulations guys! You’ve worked so hard to make this the best it can be and we are so blessed to be able to rent such a beautiful space.

➡️Hometown Fuel is a separate business entity and any questions should be directed to the owners. Thanks!⬅️

📸 I stole these pictures from Facebook (Thanks Doug!)

Here’s the dets:

HOMETOWN FUEL LLC grand opening 5/1/2025

It’s been 4 long years since fuel has been available in Valley. We take all major credit cards and most fleet cards. Come check it out!!!

Pump #1 On road clear diesel with satellite pump (high speed)

Pump #2 On road clear diesel (low speed)

Pump #3 unleaded gasoline (regular, mid grade , premium)

Pump #4 unleaded gasoline (regular, mid grade, premium)

Pump #5 Off road dyed diesel (high speed)

Pump #6 91 octane non-ethanol gasoline and low speed off road diesel

Pump #7 diesel exhaust fluid

03/01/2025

It’s a beautiful day here in Davenport, WA! We are out celebrating .tire and their grand opening of their second location! 👏 These guys are an amazing local business who put their heart into their business and it shows! I broke the trailer out of retirement this week to sling drinks for their staff and customers. Thank you .tire you guys are the best! The is also open today 7am-3pm and Amber will be taking care of all our Valley peeps today! See you soon ✌️❤️☕️- Kelsey

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Kulzer, WA
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