The SpongeBob time card meme originates from the iconic animated series SpongeBob SquarePants, featuring colorful floral backgrounds and a French-accented narrator. These cards are used to signal a jump in time between scenes, becoming a staple of the show's humor. On the internet, they are used to mock long wait times, procrastination, or the sudden escalation of a situation. From the classic 'Two Hours Later' to the hyperbolic 'One Eternity Later,' these cards have become a universal visual shorthand for the passage of time in digital culture.