When to Use
- When waiting for a specific event or release date to finally arrive.
- To represent the feeling of growing old while waiting for a response.
- When documenting a long-term goal or personal transformation process.
Source: Hugo Cornellier (2012–2017 Canadian YouTube creator)
This clip features Hugo Cornellier, who gained viral fame for his dedication to taking a selfie every single day for several years. The resulting timelapse showcases his transition from a young boy into a young adult, making it a popular format for representing patience, growth, or the feeling of waiting for something to happen.
A teenage boy maintains a consistent, neutral facial expression while posing for a daily photo sequence that captures his gradual aging over 300 days.
This meme is used to convey a sense of long-term commitment, waiting, or tracking the passage of time over a significant period.