From an Upper Floor

as I see it. . .

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
As I See It . . . .

As I See It . . . .

There are no more answers anywhere except those written within the individual on his heart. It is all there for him to discover and what he discovers will be adequate for this time. It works to cover tracks and to discover just one more truth which will enlighten what has already been learned. For one it will be fine. For another, it is not.

Everyone has a piece of the rock. A piece of the truth. This is correct. To be able to ensnare the entirety in one fell swoop would be to discourage and dismantle the psyche. It can be done but it would undo the Pilgrim. The psychological trauma would put the psyche on the shelf forever. For who would have the courage to attempt another try?

Our need determines our intent. And the caliber of teacher we require. The divine within is called into conference and the work begins. The journey only begins when the present becomes unbearable and the future unthinkable.

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November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
as I see it. . .

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
as I see it

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
as I see it

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
as I see it

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
As I See It. . .

As I See It . . . .There are no more answers anywhere except those written within the individual on his heart. It is all there for him to discover and what he discovers will be adequate for this time. It works to cover tracks and to discover just one more truth which will enlighten what has already been learned. For one it will be fine. For another, it is not.Everyone has a piece of the rock.

A piece of the truth. This is correct. To be able to ensnare the entirety in one fell swoop would be to discourage and dismantle the psyche. It can be done but it would undo the Pilgrim. The psychological trauma would put the psyche on the shelf forever. For who would have the courage to attempt another try?

Our need determines our intent. And the caliber of teacher we require. The divine within is called into conference and the work begins. The journey only begins when the present becomes unbearable and the future unthinkable.

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
As I See It. . .

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
a Prayer For The Journeyer. . . .

A Prayer For The Journeyer

I pray to the highest and best in me.
Help me to integrate
what I know, what I see
and to do the noblest deeds
I know with what I have.

Help this body to become
strong and stable and grant
me the courage I will need;
my soul, my mentor, my counselor.
my comforter, my god. . . .

I am not the strongest person
in this world and panic is the
surest gauge; my head in turmoil,
my wretched stomach
with knees of rubber are proof

Dear friend, companion along the way,
my thanks. . . . .

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.
Prayer For The Journeyer

A Prayer For The Journeyer

I pray to the highest and best in me.
Help me to integrate
what I know, what I see
and to do the noblest deeds
I know with what I have.

Help this body to become
strong and stable and grant
me the courage I will need;
my soul, my mentor, my counselor.
my comforter, my god. . . .

I am not the strongest person
in this world and panic is the
surest gauge; my head in turmoil,
my wretched stomach
with knees of rubber are proof

Dear friend, companion along the way,
my thanks. . . . .

November 22, 2025

Veronica Hallissey has been writing since the 1960s, with her poetry published in a variety of small press magazines. Born into a farm family in Lockport, NY, and educated at the University of Buffalo and other midwest institutions, she brings and unusual point-of-view to her poetry, combining strong natural images with a deep spiritual language. She lives in Ramona, CA.