Good Sport
A Lasting Legacy
To our Dad, Jay Kalisky:
Sometimes Mom thinks she has
three boys: Jay, Josh and Chad, be-
cause of how you play with us. We
can ali;vays count on our after-din-
ner baseball and basketball prac-
tices. You make our times together
so much fun.
Even when we don't see you a lot
during tax season, you always come
home in time to read us a bedtime
story and bring us a special treat.
You are a great Dad, and we are
very lucky boys. We love you.
I am blessed in that, for 49-1/2 years,
I have the first man in my life alive
and well today. I have known him as
Dad and Daddy, and proudly have the
genetic connection in having him as
my biological father.
It's difficult to find words to describe
all that he has done forme. He has pro-
vided for, taught, shared with
and always loved me. He is
not perfect, but he has been
my model for how to love,
trust, be thoughtful, sensi-
tive, caring and nice. I have
watched my father love and
cherish my mother first, then
his daughters, in the very
best way he could with his
history and upbringing.
One of the most meaning-
Josh and Chad Kalisky
Chad and Josh
Kalisky say they
are "lucky boys."
ful things my father did is let us know
he was always there, and that he loved
us even when he disapproved of our
behavior. It is not difficult to conceive
a child, but it is an accomplishment
and a continuing legacy to raise, nur-
ture and teach one, and make a dif-
ference in the lives of so many others.
Thank you, Dad. I love you.
Judy Pearlman Eisenshtadt
Abe Pearlman "provided for,
taught, shared with and
always loved" his daughter.
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My first love seems like a distant memory.
I remember when I was a young child and looked
into blue eyes that clearly resembled my own. I felt
complete love, acceptance and adoration. These eyes
undoubtedly belong to my father.
Over the years, I have laughed, joked, danced, cried
and fought with my Dad, James Eisenshtadt. He
manages to go to work as a psychologist every day and
listen to other people's problems. However, this has
never prevented his willingness to listen to and guide
me. I realize my ability to listen to and accept others
is a direct result of his example. I also have incorpo-
rated a love of art and film into my life, these being ac-
tivities we always shared.
I am by no means a perfect daughter, nor he a per-
fect father, but our
relationship comes rel-
atively close. He has
given everything he has
to make our family
his first priority. This
amazes me because of
the hardships he has
endured since child-
hood. I am blessed to
have the kind of rela-
tionship I have with my
Dad. I always have
been called a "daddy's
girl." When I was grow-
ing up, my friends often
commented with envy
Dr. James how unique our connection is. Most daugh-
Eisenshtadt ters have a closer relationship with their
with his mothers, but my father has made himself
"daddy's girl." just as accessible.
There are no bounds as to what I can bring
to him to discuss. After being away for my second year
of college, I realize just how valuable the time I spend
with him is. I miss watching TV with him and my
Mom, conning him into taking me to the mall on Sat-
urday afternoon, or seeing a Sunday movie together.
I know that most of the time he is proud of me, but
now I want him to know how proud I am that he is my
father. I am more grateful than he can imagine for the
unconditional love he continues to give me, and I hope
he knows that goes both ways. Thank you, Daddy. I
love you.
Jill Eisenshtadt
After reading my sister's entry, I hesitated about writ-
ing one of my own. It seemed like she had covered all
the wonderful aspects of our father, James Eisen-
shtadt, and I didn't want to repeat what she had
said.
I am fortunate enough to have a Dad who respects
me as an individual. I know he will appreciate any-
thing I say and any way that I say it.
You can never say you love someone too many
times.
I often have been told I am my father's daughter.
I have inherited his blue eyes and dark skin and, al-
though I hate admitting it, his stubborn nature.
My Dad has taught me to be a good listener and
an understanding and tolerant person. He always
has had open arms for me and any worries I may
have.
I am thankful for all the support and unconditional
love he has given me. I have learned what is impor-
tant in life from my Dad, who has shown me that my
Mom, my sister and I are his priorities. He does his
best each day to give us as much of himself as he can.
I know I am not as vocal or emotional as my sister,
but I want my Dad to know I love and adore him.
Happy Father's Day, Daddy. I love you!
Wendy Eisenshtadt
Wendy and Dad: "He always has open arms for me."