How long did you wait?

We’ve all had times when we’ve been waiting for something. Maybe a soldier to come back from the war; maybe for an angry lover to cool off and come talk to you; maybe for an acceptance (or rejection) for a job or a college.

Is there a time you remember waiting that really sticks out in your mind? What was the situation? How long did you have to wait. What ended the waiting (if it is over).