I would say go with the stick being that you were previously into this hobby. It has been 20+years but it will come back to you quick. I have only been flying my superstar .40 trainer for about 3 weeks now and I'm already looking at my next plane. 3 weeks ago was my first flight with a nitro plane and I am now doing loops, rolls, inverted flight etc... and I'm working on my 4-point rolls (which is a little tricky with this high wing trainer). You will do fine just take it easy until you get your confidence back.

Happy flying!!!