If proud Americans can be who they are and boldly stand at the altar with who they love then surely, surely we can give everyone in this country a fair chance at that great American Dream.

You can't make decisions based on fear and the possibility of what might happen.

People are always going to have opinions, and people have a right to their opinions.

And what has been just completely heart warming is to see that people are really hungry for something different.

Gardening has increased, community gardens have increased significantly. There are 50 percent more community gardens right here in Washington DC.

People are always going to have opinions, and people have a right to their opinions, particularly when you're the First Lady; you're representing the nation. I've tried to be at peace with the choices that I make first, and then be open to everyone else's reflection.

Do not die in the history of your past hurts and past experiences, but live in the now and future of your destiny.