Stroke no joke '' is the autobiography of a middle aged African American man who navigates the process of reclaiming and re- finding his life it provides an insightful look into the mind of a once strong independent man after he suffered a serious stroke that changes his life forever. As he struggles through his rehabilitation and along the way indentifies a new strength and purpose in his life. This book offers inspirational insight into the power of the mind and the self commitment of the human spirit to overcome the physical and the mental sense of hopelessness. most importantly it connects one man`s resolution to self motivation that focuses on his recovery and the means to overcome the physical barriers that stands in his way. This story brings to light the strength of the human spirit the struggles to survive and the ability of one man to share his recovery story. It`s the mystery of life that has sustained me since the stroke