Where we live, on the Eastern shore of Maryland, the gentle waters run in and out like fingers slimming at the tips. They curl into the coves like tender palms.

• 在我们家乡马里兰州的东海岸，徐缓的流水宛如纤细的手指，进进出出，弯弯曲曲，最后流入如温柔的手掌般的海湾。