I know this feeling all too well.

Our last week at Ticla a coconut tree was cut down to complete construction on a cabaña.  Here Gabis cousin mills the wood with a chainsaw (finished product below).  Almost every part was used:  the palms were set aside for the thatched roof, the wood was milled for construction, coconuts eaten, and even brooms were made from the coconut branches (see below).

It is impressive how straight these cuts are- all milled with a chainsaw.

Gabi with her freshly made palm brushes.  These are made by using the branch that the coconuts grow on and mashing one end.  Gabi assisted me in making one for the truck.  She intends to use hers for brushing off the tortilla pan.

Opening the coconuts.