My brother, WACO, to you FReepers....had a stroke like this one 5 1/2 years ago. His mind is still great, his speech was a problem for awhile but the left side is pretty useless. He has just been in a nursing home since the end of October for rehab. due to some complications but is heading back to assisted living this week. Prayers being answered!!
PS: I should add that he is quite a bit older than Mr. Kirk, so youth will be a plus.