survival of the fittest

It is human nature to strive for survival, even under the most extreme conditions. So who are we to judge people who resorted to cannibalism in order to survive? Sure, at first reaction everyone says, "I would never do that, i'd rather die" but when it comes down to it, i have never heard of anyone who actually chose to die over survival. Take the Donner party ( it might be not be Donner, i don't really know, i'm guessin though) for example, during the pioneer era they got lost on the oregon trail and had to resort to cannibalism. This type of survival skill is ageless. But is there some sick enjoyment out of cannibalism? In the article we read, it started to sound like the survivors were almost enjoying the devouring of other people by the end, they were talking about the flavor of the marrow.... that's pushing it. Even in horror films such as Texas chainsaw massacre, the idea of enjoyment of cannibalism is present. Sure, hollywood always blows things out of proportion to make us cringe, but i feel like there might really be some psychological thing behind it. After all, Texas Chainsaw Massacre is based off a true story. It's one of those things that you sit back and think, "who the hell would do that..." As middle to upclass students living in a wealthy area, sheltered by our parents as well as most of the older generation in the area, there is a 99.9% chance that none of us will never have to be in any situation. but given the .1% chance, i think people's opinion of cannibalism would change. Personally, if it really came down to it, i think i would go ahead and resort to cannibalism. When there is no choice but to take extreme measures, then survival of the fittest comes into play.