Every time I’m in Cebu; I make it a point to visit Colonnade Supermarket in downtown Colon. This place isn’t just a store to me—it’s where my journey into adulthood began. Right after high school, this iconic supermarket gave me my first job. I was a sales associate in charge of the noodles section, and though it might sound simple, it was my first taste of responsibility.
The store back then felt massive, almost like an S&R, with towering shelves I’d climb to stack noodles and pasta, ensuring every display was full and neat. I was hired just three days before Christmas, and the rush of customers was overwhelming. I was new, unsure, and almost quit because it felt like too much. But I stayed. I pushed through the fear, the unfamiliarity, and the challenges.
Colonnade taught me that life outside the classroom is where the real lessons begin. It’s not about memorizing formulas or historical dates—it’s about resilience, determination, and finding your why. This place showed me that to survive in this tough world, you need grit and a clear goal. It taught me to stand firm, to never give up, and to keep going even when things feel impossible.
To this day, the lessons I learned at Colonnade stay with me. It wasn’t just a job—it was the foundation of who I am. Every time I walk through those doors, I’m reminded of where I started and how far I’ve come. This supermarket will always hold a special place in my heart, not just for what it is, but for what it helped me become. 💛
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