Uni of Life

Got entry
some decades ago
in top of the league

yet unlisted Uni -
to be taught to see
listen not hear
use words as gear
to drive with ease

when going was sleek

or when bumpy

became the ride -

then most importantly

it urged me on
to let a feeling heart be

my unfailing guide.

While seated in foyer of Paddington station, waiting for Samar to accompany to his open uni day