It's because the barista is judging us.
We're a bunch of suckers, willing to stand in the cold for a cup of overpriced liquid joy.
But seriously, have you seen the lines at the DMV?
Now that's a real holdup.
Read about the horrors of latte art Explore the social hierarchy of the lineWe've been here for 10 minutes, and still no coffee.
Is it too much to ask for a simple cup of joe?
Apparently, it is.
The coffee shop is a cruel mistress, indeed.
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