So what were the Hellers to do to celebrate 35 years of marriage and Kathy's recent retirement? Since their application to 'The Amazing Race 6' was rejected, their only alternative was to rent a beach house on Long Beach Island in July for a week of family relaxation and beach play with Sandy. At 22 months, Sandy was not quite ready to throw herself at the waves, but did find amusement in chasing seagulls around the beach. Family members found amusement in Bill's lame attempt at water skiing. And the 2004 Heller Book Club selection of 'Life of Pi' by Yann Martel was read, discussed, and dissected by all.

Nana takes Sandy to the beach

Dan and Sandy look for sea creatures

Sandy of Arabia

"Wait Mr. Seagull, I want to play with you"

A totally relaxed and retired Kathy

Katy and Dan after a biking adventure

Sandy builds a giant tower

Sandy gets a ride in a magic cooler

On Carl's parents' boat, docked at their beach house

See Lisa ski

See Katy ski

See Dan show off on one ski

See Bill in the water, since you won't be seeing him ski

See Kathy tube

Fun in a tea cup

Sunset over Barnegat Bay

What's Up With Bill