2016 was brutal, but the hardest thing we have to do is say goodbye to Michelle Obama, our FLOTUS. She’s given us eight inspiring years as a model of grace, wisdom and girl power. Literally, please don’t leave us. We don’t know what 2017 has in store, but we’re so thankful for all the times our FLOTUS made us believe we could again. Here are some of her best moments.
1. When she did Carpool Karaoke and your dreams came true
2. When she was just a woman with struggles like everyone else
3. When her advice about college pulled you through
4. When her impression of Barack reminded us how important family is
5. When she went to CVS with Ellen, and you felt okay being average
6. When she was on Billy On The Street and taught you to not take yourself too seriously
7. When she was just as real as your mom
8. When she was as excited about Hamilton as you are
9. When she addressed Trump’s sexual behavior and made you proud to be a woman
10. When she told you how great a man you deserve
11. When she and Hillary were friendship goals
12. When she welcomed Melania Trump with grace, and you felt nicer towards your enemies
13. When she told Oprah she’d never run for office but we loved her anyway
14. When her speech at the 2016 DNC gave you all the nostalgia
15. When she wished you a Merry Christmas and you knew 2016 wasn’t so bad because she was in it
