img_0190The stroke was what is called, “Aphasia,” affecting talking, swallowing, reading, writing and doing calculations.  His motor skills are only slightly diminished. There are complications with his heart and circulatory system.

We are happy to say his speech is returning, slowly and with work. He does not have a lot of energy and there is a long way to go before he can take on some of his projects. img_1622

Here we are at James and Kathleen’s for Thanksgiving – with a great deal for which to be thankful.