I will be submitting an abstract for the Second Annual Western Michigan University Medical Humanities Conference, September 27-28, 2012 in Kalamazoo. As I delve into my past in literature and philosophy to provide theoretical grounding for my proposal, I find myself missing the intellectual coziness of the humanities. They say, "ideas of all kinds are safe here, every idea deserves to be expressed". I miss the ancientness and the nobility of them. If they were sweets, the humanities would be English toffee; a refined concoction of various textures and tastes while anthropology would be honey, a viscous glaze with which to see the world through. Anthropology is truly a beautiful discipline and I feel, pairs well with many others. When they mix, stickiness ensues but what is left is so utterly perfect! This conference will be exciting indeed!
