I am so very happy for Daryl in this episode. I mean I've always seen him hold back emotions or have very restrained emotions, especially when it comes to caring for other people. Even with Rick, who I'm sure Daryl cares for a lot, he always gives brief hugs and nods of respect to him. There was some more exploration into his psychological state in that Beth (which I really liked for non-romantic reasons).
Flash to this episode to the moment where he sees Carol and OH MY GOD I LOST IT HE LOOKED SO SAD AND SIMULTANEOUSLY SO HAPPY TO SEE HER AGAIN. AND I JUST. I love it so much when "tough" characters break down and get all heartfelt and stuff.
Okay I'm done ack sorry.