The White House has once again rounded up their favorite behind-the-scenes photos of President Obama (and his lovely family), but shook things up a bit by revealing the most memorable shots of 2012.
Despite facing an election year, dealing with national tragedies and avoiding the fiscal cliff, our Commander-in-Chief has shown his ability to smile through the hardships and enjoy life’s small, yet precious, moments. Take a peek at some of the photos we absolutely adore!
POTUS Takes A Dip
While in Hawaii, President Obama goes swimming with friends and family at Pyramid Rock Beach in Kaneohe Bay. (Jan. 1, 2012)
Photos courtesy of the White House
The Leap To Victory
First Lady Michelle Obama becomes the clear winner of a potato sack race with Jimmy Fallon in the East Room of the White House during a taping of “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” for the second anniversary of the “Let’s Move!” initiative. (Jan. 25, 2012)
Let’s Hug It Out
Three-year-old Arianna Holmes embraces the President while visiting him in the Oval Office. (Feb. 1, 2012)
Singing With The King
President Obama delivers his best rendition of “Sweet Home Chicago” during the “In Performance at the White House: Red, White and Blues” with the legendary B.B. King. (Feb. 21, 2012)
“Reach For Excellence”
The FLOTUS follows tradition as she touches the Hokie Stone before walking onto the field at Lane Stadium to give the Virginia Tech commencement address. (May 11, 2012)
Hangin’ With The Guys
Actors Don Cheadle, Tobey Maguire and George Clooney (along with two of Clooney’s friends and actress Stacy Keibler) enjoy some early morning hoops. (May 11, 2012)
8-Ball, Corner Pocket
President Obama plays a game of pool following the conclusion of the G8 Summit. (May 19, 2012)
A Hail Mary Pass
The President tosses around a football at Soldier Field following the NATO working dinner in Chicago. (May 20, 2012)
President Barack Obama, In 3D
President Obama hosts service members and their families at a special screening of “Men in Black 3″ in the White House Family Theater. (May 25, 2012)
Home Sweet Home
Mr. and Mrs. Obama take in the view of the Chicago skyline at the edge of Lake Michigan. (June 15, 2012)
Let Them Eat Pie
While stopping for lunch at Kozy Corners restaurant in Oak Harbor, Ohio, the President asked who wanted to try a piece of his strawberry pie. This kid couldn’t resist. (July 5, 2012)
The Kiss Seen ‘Round The World
President Obama steals a kiss while the crowd looks on with smiles. (July 16, 2012)
A Game Of First Lady Pick-Up
U.S. Olympic wrestler Elena Pirozhkova lifts First Lady Michelle Obama off her feet during a meet and greet with Team USA Olympic athletes. (July 27, 2012)
Tears Of Joy
Make-A-Wish child Janiya Penny, 8, was overcome with emotion while meeting President Obama for the first time. (Aug. 8, 2012)
My Best Friend
The President hugs the First Lady after she introduced him at a campaign event in Davenport, Iowa. (Aug. 15, 2012)
Daddy’s Little Girls
President Obama kisses his daughters Sasha and Malia before giving his speech at the Democratic National Convention. (Sept. 6, 2012)
Joe And Barry
The President and Vice President share a laugh before a campaign rally in Portsmouth, N.H. (Sept. 7, 2012)
Got ‘Em
President Obama gets caught in 3-year-old Nicholas Tamarin’s “web” while outside the Oval Office. (Oct. 26, 2012)
Not Impressed
President Obama and U.S. Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney give their best “not impressed” faces. Pretty good! (Nov. 15, 2012)
Barry Loves The Kids
President Obama met with the families of Newtown shooting victims two days after the unthinkable tragedy. He’s pictured here with the siblings and cousins of Emilie Parker, one of the 20 children that died at Sandy Hook Elementary. (Dec. 16, 2012)
Check out the full gallery here!
