Bovinity NOUN
1. A state of mind that can only be realized through the perfect incarnation of ground beef prepared in a manner that completely and absolutely satisfies a human’s craving for red meat.
2. The perfect hamburger.

ETYMOLOGY: from d vus, god and Late Latin bov nus, from Latin b s , bov-, cow

It starts as a dull throb deep from within whatever portion of our psyche perceives hunger and craving. At first it is easy to ignore, but as the day progresses it grows in intensity and cadence. By lunchtime it’s a steady drum beat, by mid afternoon a roll, and when the work day ceases it peaks as an all out roar. The addiction is to the ground beef sandwich knows as hamburger, and the withdrawal is impossible to ignore.

At its max, any incarnation can quell your appetite. Even fast food versions can at least temporarily satisfy if the desire is strong enough. If you’re craving reaches carnal proportions, however, and burger perfection is obtained, the satisfaction can be almost overwhelming. The contentment as one gently presses on a freshly-toasted bun, releasing splendid flavors from the folds of loosely packed ground beef. The first bite, the rush, the endorphin release. It’s a sensation that resonates to your very core producing a state that can only be described as true Bovinity.

It’s not always that bad of course. Most of the time, and for most people, we just want a satisfying burger after work. That doesn’t mean, however, that we want to belittle the experience. When burger cravings call, no matter what the intensity, we just want a good and satisfying burger. A big warm bun and a huge hunk of meat should be more than enough to placate our desires. Yet give us burger perfection and we’ll respond with burger bliss.