June means graduation, and we certainly got our fair share this year. A few weeks ago, we donned our graduation attire, albeit sans the crimson color of our alma mater, and joined UCD med students at the Mondavi Center for commencement. My hands grew sore from all the applause, but it was heartwarming to watch the graduates walk the stage with their parents and loved ones. The following week was the Ob-Gyn graduation at Arden Hills, where Melody learned that she has yet to become a target for resident roasting (yet). The food was lackadaisical, and we felt too introverted to stay for the dancing. The Ophthalmology department graduation was no better, taking place on the med school campus with even worse food and no dancing. The resident skits were entertaining, while the faculty presentations were very emotional. Absent an after-party, we decided instead to head home and get down with Geralt in Novigrad, where the heroines competed for the lowest neckline. While the romance scenes were a little repetitive, we were intrigued by the integrated collectible card game called Gwent. The game brought back memories of Magic: The Gathering, and made every encounter with innkeeps that much more interesting. Meanwhile, our patio is finally coming together with our pergola recently refinished and outfitted with LED lighting, a new gas grill, and patio dining furniture. Now if the temperature would just drop below 100 degrees, we’ll be ready to enjoy some outdoor living.