1177: Undaunted

From the day she was born, Charkes was in the midst of her purpose. She was the first of her parents' 9 children and eventually became the only mother her siblings knew. In a conscious but unconscious manner, she moved about life with intention, despite dire circumstances. As a child she was an adult-- guiding, caring, loving and parenting. She never complained or stumbled, she just focused on the moment, understanding that her God-given courage, and audaciousness was not only necessary for her future but also for the future of those akin to her.