The realities are that, you know, as a black man, you know, Barack can get shot going to the gas station, you know. Michelle Obama barackblackman Change image and share on social
Exercise is really important to me - it's therapeutic. So if I'm ever feeling tense or stressed or like I'm about to have a meltdown, I'll put on my iPod and head to the gym or out on a bike ride along Lake Michigan with the girls. Michelle Obama bikeexercisefelt share on social
It wasn't so long ago that I was a working mom myself. And I know that sometimes, much as we all hate to admit it, it's just easier to park the kids in front of the TV for a few hours, so we can pay the bills or do the laundry or just have some peace and quiet for a change. Michelle Obama admitagobill share on social
I come here tonight as a sister, blessed with a brother who is my mentor, my protector and my lifelong friend. And I come here as a wife who loves my husband and believes he will be an extraordinary president. Michelle Obama believeblessbrother share on social
Ultimately this issue is on us. We're the ones who make the decisions about what our kids eat. Michelle Obama decisioneatissue Change image and share on social
We're all bombarded with so many dietary messages that it's hard to find time to sort through all this information, but we do have time to take a look at our kids' plates. Michelle Obama bombarddietaryfind Change image and share on social
Together, we can help make sure that every family that walks into a restaurant can make an easy, healthy choice. Michelle Obama choiceeasyfamily Change image and share on social
I know what it feels like to struggle to get the education that you need. Michelle Obama educationfeltstruggle Change image and share on social
For the first time in my adult lifetime, I am really proud of my country. And not just because Barack has done well, but because I think people are hungry for change. And I have been desperate to see our country moving in that direction. Michelle Obama adultbarackchange share on social