Damon Salvatore

I know there is a lot of talk about Delena; much of it negative. But lets take a look back here, look at Damon and Delena and relive a little journey of pure epic proportions. bare with me, it's a long one. I needed to get some thoughts out and it ended up SO MUCH LONGER than i was aiming for.

Lets start with Damon.
As a human, he faced many problems that cripple people today. We are assumed to believe he lost his mother. He was in the army, which can cause you to see and do horrible deeds. He was constantly put down, shut out and called a disappointment by his father. That is VERY damaging....

“So, where exactly are we going, Damon?” Again he told me I’d have to wait and see. We drove for a long time until we reached a huge forest. Driving through the thick undergrowth made me remember what Stefan had talked about the night before and I shivered.
“You ok?” Damon looked at me, a puzzled look on his face.
“I’m fine, don’t worry.” I sat back against the seat and closed my eyes. Suddenly someone was shaking me gently.
“Elena, wake up, we’re here,” a voice drifted into my consciousness.
“Wha- Did I fall asleep?” I said groggily. Damon laughed softly.
“Yes you...