Links for November 22

John Lopez on Lee may not be best buy for McLane:

But there’s a difference between bold and stupid.

Bold is what the Astros are thinking. They have made a new list. If they can sign Lee in the $90 million range, that remains the first choice. But it is unlikely.

Thus, here at the Union Station satellite office, we like the looks of the next two names on the Astros’ list: Toronto outfielder Vernon Wells and Tampa Bay’s Carl Crawford.
Ten Worst Internet Acquisitions Ever.
Flickr: Camera Finder: Canon: PowerShot A620. Man I really need to learn how to take advantage of my A620!
Tax hike limits urged:

A blue-ribbon panel looking for ways to curb soaring property appraisals in Texas was urged by business leaders Tuesday to focus instead on limiting the growth of local governments by requiring voter approval for all major property tax hikes.
Never-Ending Stories: How to fix shows like Lost.
Creating Passionate Users: Don’t wait for the muse
You Tube vs. Boob Tube
Aggies’ unofficial bonfire part of game prep

“Bonfire is the spirit, compassion and friendliness of A&M,” he said. “It is something that stresses the soul and gives it character. Many of you have never met, but you all came together to perform this task.”
U.S. to Require Passports for Nearly All