On September 10, 2009, "The Vampire Diaries" pilot aired on The CW. I also started ninth grade year in 2009. So I have been with "The Vampire Diaries" from when I started high school till now. It’s crazy to think that it is all over now, I have been so attached and committed watching it religiously when each episode aired. Eight years, eight seasons, thousands of fights, thousands of heartbreaks, as mine is breaking now that the show is no longer airing. So here are ten reasons why we will forever miss Vampire Diaries:
1. The Romance
The chemistry between the characters on Vampire Diaries was just FIRE.
2. The Family Bond
The Salvatore brothers, no matter the setbacks they faced, they were always there for one another.
3. The Villains
They would keep us on the edge of our seats.
4. The Flashbacks
They would help us understand why the characters were how they were.
5. The Doppelgängers
The fact that Nina Dobrev was so talented at being Elena and Katherine, two totally different personalities.
6. The Drama
Who didn't date the Salvator brothers? I mean, really?
7. The lasting friendships
No obstacle could get in the way of the bond between Elena, Caroline and Bonnie.
8. The supernatural element
From vampires, to witches, to werewolves: the supernatural myths gave the show endless possibilities.
9. Mystic Falls
The traditions and close-knit families were envy-inducing.
10. The heartbreaks
The many breakups, betrayals, and deaths that we still can't get over.
This show was the first show that introduced me to the supernatural world. It was tough trying to hold back the tears while watching the finale. At the end, things weren't perfect but they ended right. I will forever miss this show as I know others will. Farewell to "The Vampire Diaries," an awesome show that taught me about life, friendships, strength and love.