Covid Scare at the Grocery

Tapioca was scheduled to do the grocery today. As usual, he woke up very early. He made sure to get there by 5am so he can be on the first batch of grocery shoppers when the store opens at 6am.

. . . grocery entrance (pre-covid days)

But today was different. At 5am, Tapioca was surprised to be in the top 10. First 10 customers, meaning a very big chance he’ll get into the first batch. It used to be that there’s already a kilometer long line of shoppers. But as I said, today was different.

 early birds who will get to the 1st batch (before the covid scare) . . .

He asked some of the people in line what happened. Why are there less people in line? He was told it was because one of the grocery cashiers tested positive for COVID-19. People got scared and no longer want to go shopping at Mercato Mart Supermarket. (All photos are from Mercato's facebook page.)

. . . kilometer long line (before the covid scare)

It sounds like a bad business for Mercato. Possible that grocers are now shopping at Puregold or SM Hypermart or Super 8 or Tropical Hut. These are the number of groceries in our neighborhood. It is quite a lot. We do have plenty of choices but we like to go to Mercato because they have the lowest price.

Bad business for Mercator but good thing for Tapioca. It means he doesn't have to wait long in the line anymore. But is it really a good thing? I mean, come to think of it. People are so paranoid about the virus. Tapioca has been going to Mercato for our grocery supplies even pre-corona virus days .

The person who contracted the virus was a cashier. Can you just imagine that person who probably got in contact with all the items going to your shopping bags which you would bring home to your family? What are the odds or the chances of you catching the virus, too? So the paranoia is pretty understandable.

However, I do believe, with observing physical distancing, proper wearing of masks at all times when outside and sanitizing ourselves as well as the things we bring home, we should be able to prevent it. Thank God we are still Covid-free at this time. Our barangay and compound still have zero cases.

So are we still going to shop at Mercato? Absolutely. I love Mercato! I can't express enough how happy I am when my sister in law introduced me to them. I know you might say I am exaggerating. But they truly have the lowest price in the market. And I have receipts to prove.

I was actually thinking of blogging about the savings we are getting when we shop at Mercato compared to other groceries. It's going to be tedious but I think I'm gonna enjoy it. Since now I am a practical mommy and I get all cheery when I get all these amazing discounts and deals. Yes, that's what adulting have taught me. Learn how to be practical and know where your money is going. Up to the last cent.

I know I am babbling nonsense. But I'm telling you it makes so much of a difference when you see the numbers. Yes, the numbers are real and they never lie. I just recently learned that hahaha. Well, better late than never. I also understand why math and numbers are important in our daily lives. Because it will set us free. It shows us the real world we are living. Sorry If I'm being a bore. I just suddenly had a light bulb moment.