A young Cuban identified as Dairis Navarro makes a living selling peanut cones in Matanzas, a job she carries out on the street and with which she tries to get ahead amid the economic difficulties faced by many families in Cuba.
Each cone costs 50 pesos and, according to those who have seen her at work, she tends to fill them generously.
The story was shared this Tuesday on Facebook by , who mentioned that she had been seeing Dairis Navarro selling peanuts for a while, although it was the first time she was making a purchase.
"Her name is Dairis Navarro and, as you can see, she sells peanuts. The cones are full and cost 50 pesos. It's my first time buying from her, although I have seen her quite a bit. I find her to be an interesting girl," he wrote.
The author of the publication emphasized that selling peanuts may seem like a simple task, but believes that there is an effort behind that work that often goes unnoticed.
Selling peanuts is a job that seems easy, but it’s not. I believe you will agree with me. Watching her do that task is quite peculiar, he pointed out.
The meeting also revealed another side of the young woman. Nayrobis recalled that on one occasion she had seen her talking to a man who seemingly needed help and noted that when she asked Dairis about that incident, she lowered her head and preferred not to discuss it.
According to her account, an elderly woman at the scene mentioned that some people who ask for money often approach Dairis to share their problems and seek some kind of help. However, the young woman did not comment on that version.
"I have admired her so much that I'm telling you all this. I don't usually post about people. The little we talked was enough for me to not need to know more; I bought and let her work. I hope she sells them all!" concluded Nayrobis, who clarified that she had permission to publish the photo of the nail technician.
The story generated numerous supportive reactions towards the young manicurist.
"No shame in working. Shame is to sell oneself or to steal," wrote a user, while another emphasized that Dairis is "worthy of admiration" for earning her living through her own effort.
Other internet users highlighted his choice to earn money honestly. "I love seeing those posts from young people who, despite being young and the country being in such decline, don’t choose the easy or wrong path," commented one person, who wished Dairis good sales and many blessings.
A client shared an experience that further highlighted the praises for the young woman: she claimed that she accidentally gave her extra money when buying peanuts, and Dairis attempted to return it. After explaining that it was meant to be a tip, the young woman expressed her gratitude, and shortly afterwards, she saw her giving a cone to a child.
"When a girl sells like this, it's because her inner strength knows no bounds. She will be great," expressed another user, who celebrated that such a young person is fighting to get ahead.
There were also those who described his activity as "a respectable way to make a living" and wished for him to sell all of his cones every day.
Several people who claim to have purchased from her also agreed on the quality of the peanuts and Dairis's service. "Whenever I see her, I buy peanuts, by the way, they are very good," noted one user, while another stated that she has seen her work multiple times and described her as respectful and kind to her customers.
Dairis's story joins other known cases in 2026 of young people taking on various jobs to earn income and support their families in Cuba.
One of them is about a 15-year-old teenager who sells avocados in Ciego de Ávila.
The boy bought green fruits for 45 pesos each and then resold them on the street for 60 pesos, trying to make a small profit with each sale.
In February, the story of an 18-year-old Cuban who lived with his retired grandmother touched many hearts as he walked through houses offering to take out the trash in exchange for money.
The boy explained that he decided to do it "to avoid asking for money on the street" and to be able to contribute to household expenses.
Another case was that of Mario, a 13-year-old teenager who mows lawns in Bejucal to bring money home.
The minor was seen working since five in the morning and received help from Cubans who were aware of his situation.
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