Planet-like And everything aquatic, even the sky, when an eagle Unfolded so much larger than my shadow.
-- The Speaker (Lines 2-4)

Importance: In this quote, the speaker describes the Pacific Ocean as a microcosm reflecting the entire planet. The boundary between water and land disappears when even the sky becomes aquatic. This allows things to change shape and size, which can be seen when the eagle unfolds larger than the speaker's shadow.

I was struck translucent. A good look for me!
-- The Speaker (Line 5)

Importance: The speaker infuses a bit of humor into the letter-poem through the exclamation that turning transparent is a "good look" for her. Here, transparency likely has a metaphysical significance. It could mean that the speaker feels a sense of peace and unity, allowing her to meld with the surrounding environment.

My hands were slick with the water I was born next to, And there was a whole hour that I felt lived in, like...
-- The Speaker (Lines 6-7)