So, April the Giraffe is giving birth and thousands are fascinated as nature takes its course and nature’s beauty abounds. People by the thousands are glued to the giraffe cam. And there’s running comments on a feed. April has the patience and calm of a saint; her partner Oliver is pacing. In a world of bad news, this is of value and absent a medical disaster, a new giraffe will grace our presence soon. As this is happening, I am working to birth (save) a college — Southern Vermont College. Unlike April, I am not patient and the birthing is filled with hurdles and mistruths that can’t be cured by the peppermint and pickles April is getting. But, I’m not giving up. And I won’t go down w/o a fight despite all the naysayers. Don’t get me started on the misstatements. Makes my blood boil. And folks are watching to see if this college can be birthed/saved. They are watching closely as they should. There’s no cam to capture the efforts but they exist for sure and for real. Here’s a thought. If April gives birth today, that’s a sign perhaps of another birth today. Both the new giraffe and college will need nurturing and stability and care. Both can get that. Here’s hoping today is a good birth day amidst the frenzied and frightening stories about college admissions. …see more