The Sinking Skeleton meme, often referred to as the 'Skeleton in a Chair Underwater,' originates from a set of stock photos featuring a plastic skeleton positioned at the bottom of a swimming pool. It gained widespread popularity as a visual metaphor for being neglected, ignored, or waiting an eternity for something that is unlikely to occur. Usually paired with a 'Waiting for...' caption, it is frequently used in internet culture to joke about delayed software updates, unrequited texts, or long-forgotten promises. Its eerie yet humorous aesthetic has made it a staple for expressing extreme patience or the feeling of being completely abandoned.