The 'Waiting Skeleton' meme, often featuring a skeletal figure sitting on a park bench or at a desk, has become the internet's universal symbol for extreme patience and long-term neglect. Originating from stock photography and various 'spooky' internet subcultures, it gained massive traction as a way to mock delayed video game releases, slow customer service, or ghosting in relationships. It frequently peaks in popularity during 'Spooktober,' where skeleton-themed content dominates social media every October. The image perfectly encapsulates the existential feeling of being forgotten by time while holding out hope for an event that may never actually happen.