It’s finally happening. You’ve watched this person morph from a squalling infant into a precocious elementary schooler, and finally, into this gangling, wise, unbelievable young adult. This momentous achievement might not look exactly how you may have pictured it in a pre- coronavirus era. They may have watched the governor recite their names over Zoom; they might not be preparing to move to a new city for a job. Nevertheless here’s a milestone that should still be celebrated. We have 15 ways, from coffee makers to smartwatches, that let your brand-new grad know just how proud you are of them.
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