On top of that list, of course, was her husband, the former president.
Every moment with you is a blessing.
Love you, Miche."

She quickly responded with a heart and kiss emoji.
Overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, Michelle posted a heartfelt reply to her own Insta feed on Monday.
The words were lovely enough, but it’s the photo she used that really caught followers' attention.

Love you all [double heart emoji]."
The black-and-white photo that accompanied her post showed her with a solemn expression and a cascade of gloriousnatural curls.
Responses included: “Come on curls!”
Embracing your origins and honouring our ancestors.
Why such a reaction to Michelle Obama’s hair?
AsJStorexplains, the road to societal acceptance ofBlack natural hairhas been a long one.