Category Archives: Michelle Obama

Happy Juneteenth!!

Posted on June 19, 2026 by rikyrah

Happy Juneteenth!! The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth On “Freedom’s Eve,” or the eve of January 1, 1863, the first Watch Night services took place. On that night, enslaved and free African Americans gathered in churches and private homes all across … Continue reading →

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The Opening of the Obama Presidential Center

Posted on June 18, 2026 by rikyrah

Chris D. Jackson @ChrisDJackson 📸 Great photo of @JoeBiden and @DrBiden with the Obamas, Bushes, and Clintons in Chicago today. This is America. Not what is currently in the White House. Acyn @Acyn Obama: I am not immune to anger … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Guess Who Is Coming Back to the White House??

Posted on September 7, 2022 by rikyrah

NEW: Pres. Biden will host former Pres. Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama at the White House on Sept. 7 for the unveiling of their official portraits. https://t.co/OlnaZuymGH pic.twitter.com/RBJYpOwfoE — ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) August 31, 2022 Yessssss!! … Continue reading →

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Weekend Open Thread

Posted on April 16, 2022 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend, fully vaccinated and boosted, with family and friends. I can’t wait to see this. I really love that those who have portrayed Forever FLOTUS😍😍(Tika Sumpter, Viola Davis), have done it … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Forever FLOTUS😍😍😍

Posted on January 17, 2022 by rikyrah

Happy Birthday to Michelle Robinson Obama…one of the best First Ladies this country has ever had. She is out here living her best life, and I love it!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Here’s to a sweet 58th! Thank you so much for your outpouring … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | They Broke Ground on the President Obama Presidential Library

Posted on September 29, 2021 by rikyrah

I can’t wait to visit it. Today, we officially broke ground on the Obama Presidential Center on the South Side of Chicago. Michelle and I can’t imagine a better investment in the city we love, and generations of young leaders … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Beginning the Weekend With Good News 😊

Posted on April 16, 2021 by rikyrah

I can’t wait for this to be completed. Michelle and I are thrilled to be one step closer to bringing the Obama Presidential Center to the South Side of Chicago. We hope it will help lift up the South Side … Continue reading →

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Michelle Obama’s European Book tour

Posted on April 15, 2019 by rikyrah

Here you go, Eliihaas. Please post comments, videos, photos, to your hearts content. Do you have content from Copenhagen & Sweden? Highlights from First Lady Michelle Obama’s European book tour. You will never, ever be a former anyone. You will … Continue reading →

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Sunday Open Thread

Posted on March 17, 2019 by rikyrah

Happy Sunday, Everyone. Hope you’re enjoying the weekend with family and friends. More Michelle Obama in Cleveland, Ohio last night. I managed to wrestle up a few photos and videos. ENJOY! VIDEO intro for Michelle Obama’s stage entrance:

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on March 16, 2019 by rikyrah

Happy Saturday, Everyone. Extended CUT. . . Michele Obama Twin Cites visit and “BECOMING” book tour Carry on

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