Well, whad’ya know? I guess there’s nothin’ like squirrel stew with dumplings.

Once again, Squirrel Awareness Month runs concurrently with the opening of squirrel hunting season in deep East Texas, a coincidence that brings to light the paradox of the squirrel experience in America.

Update: A DM reader points out, “Proof the recession isn’t over…”

Squirrels: Cute, nuisances or dinner?

(via J-Walk)