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Why Daryl from the Walking Dead is the Best. Ever.

Jamie Bridenstine
Kaitlyn Suppes
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Wyoming chapter.

Last month, I made the best (and worst) decision of my life. Within the weeks to follow, I was addicted to The Walking Dead, and I have just finished it on Netflix.

 

I’m not the biggest fan of zombie movies or shows; I try to avoid them as much as I can. However, after hearing good things about The Walking Dead and being peer-pressured into watching it, I gave in.

 

If I hadn’t, I wouldn’t be addicted to Daryl Dixon. He’s pretty much my spirit animal.

 

But really.

 

(Spoilers ahead)

 

1. His backstory made me cry.

Daryl grew up with his brother, Merle, in an abusive home, and he was always the weaker of the two.

 

2. He’s a total badass.

Boom.

 

3. He’s more sensitive than you think.

Yes. He’s a total badass, but he cares about everyone in his group.

 

4. Carol and Daryl are the two best friends you need.

After losing Sophia, the two grew close, and throughout the show they are always there for each other.

 

5. His skills with a crossbow are A+.

My spirit animal.

 

6. The bromance between Daryl and Rick is stellar.

 

7. He doesn’t give in when The Saviors capture him.

Ugh. Heartbreak. But he did a great job escaping.

 

8. He’s like a protective older brother.

To literally everyone.

 

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“Sometimes you want to have a very productive Saturday to feel that you are in control of your life, which of course you are not.” -Tina Fey, Bossypants Jamie Bridenstine... How do I even begin to explain Jamie Bridenstine. Jamie Bridenstine is flawless. She has two Fendi purses and a silver Lexus. I hear her hair's insured for $10,000. I hear she does car commercials... in Japan. Her favorite movie is Varsity Blues. One time, she met John Stamos on a plane. And he told her she was pretty. One time, she punched me in the face. It was awesome. Jamie Bridenstine is a 4th year undergrad at the University of Wyoming, earning her B.A. in Communication and a minor in Military Science. Her favorite move is Mean Girls... and any movie with Tina Fey in it. She enjoys deep conversations about politics, procrastinating on group projects, and watching The Office over and over again. Jamie has the cutest dog in the world, Timber, and is ready to take on the world after college. She will be heading up to Washington after graduation to pursue her career in the military... and hopefully her graduate degree in Public Relations.
Kaitlyn is a recent grad the University of Wyoming, where she got her degree in Marketing. She has been the Campus Correspondent for a Pink level chapter, a Chapter Advisor to some amazing chapters, and now has the pleasure of being a Region Leader. Born and raised on the Western Slope of Colorado, her love for nature and the outdoors comes naturally. Kaitlyn lives for football season, but finds way to stay preoccupied during the off-season. She enjoys long walks in the mountains, beer as cold as her heart, and bacon on her burgers. You can follow Kaitlyn’s adventures on Instagram, @kaysoup.