After a long, successful year of hard work, all-nighters and a major lab spring cleaning, the OC Lab crew took the day off to hit the beach, watch "Real Genius" on DVD (what a great flick!), and relax with some games.

And lucky for Asaf, our day of luxury coincided with his birthday, giving us a perfect excuse to throw some cake and ice cream into the mix!

Walking to the beach.

John and Saurabh, deep into beachy conversation.

Sand - the natural sunscreen. Poorya snubs traditional beach attire.

Multi-cultural Mario-Kart!!!

Happy 11th Birthday Asaf! (He said it was a prime number)

Mmmm... cake.

OC Lab's favorite card game: "The Great Dalmuti!"

Three threes?! I cannot beat that.

Reza is "The GREAT Dalmuti" ...and Michelle is planning her coup.