In order to be born, you needed two 2 parents, 4 grandparents, 8 great-grandparents, 16 second great-grandparents, 32 third great-grandparents, 64 fourth great-grandparents, 128 fifth great-grandparents, 256 sixth great-grandparents, 512 seventh great-grandparents, 1,024 eighth great-grandparents, and 2,048 ninth great-grandparents. You needed a total sum of 4,094 ancestors over 12 generations spanning over 400 years to come to existence. We are a result of thousands of lives, choices, and sacrifices that came before us. This reminds us how precious and unique out existence is, a gift shaped by generations of ancestors. Honor their legacy by living with purpose and gratitude.