Happy 22nd Anniversary, Mr. and Mrs. Obama!
BET.com offers up a few anniversary gift ideas.
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Do You Know What Today Is? - On Oct. 3, 1992, Barack Obama and Michelle Robinson were married at Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. As the first couple celebrates its 20th anniversary this week, we look back at 20 memorable photos and offer a few gift ideas. – Erin E. Evans (Photo: REUTERS/Obama For America /Landov)
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Summer Lovin' - The couple met in the summer of 1989, when Michelle was an associate at a Chicago law firm. She was assigned to mentor Barack, who was then a summer associate. Their first date was to see Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing. (Photo: Courtesy obama2016.tumblr.com)
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First Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage... - They had two children, Malia and Natasha aka “Sasha” Obama, who are 14 and 11, respectively. (Photo: Courtesy Pinterest)
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Forever in Love - In Chicago, a 3,000-pound granite marker sits at Dorchester and 53rd Streets where President Obama first kissed the first lady. How’s that for cemented love?(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
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From Boston to Charlotte - Then-Sen. Barack Obama’s speech at the Democratic National Convention launched his journey to the White House. In Mrs. Obama’s keynote address to the DNC this year, she admits that she had concerns about their journey to the presidency and what it would mean for their family. (Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images)
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Tender Kisses - President Obama steals a kiss in Iowa before the 2008 election. The couple’s flirty nature could be marked with a day lily on their 20th anniversary. The day lily signifies a flirty and playful relationship. (Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images)
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To the White House, We Go - The couple embrace on Nov. 4, 2008, after Barack Obama accepts the nomination to the presidency of the United States. A traditional gift for a 20th anniversary is china. Since we’re sure there’s plenty of china dishes in the White House, maybe a trip to China is in order? (Photo: Chris McGrath/Getty Images)
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Vows to the United States of America - We hope President Obama didn’t flub the words of his marriage vows, the way Chief Justice John Roberts did on Inauguration Day Jan. 20, 2009.
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Ridin' Around and Gettin' It - More than anything, the couple probably wants some quality time together, perhaps on a romantic date. We suggest a day-trip to Chicago (after the presidential debate, of course) to enjoy some of their favorite hometown venues. (Photo: Courtesy White House/flickr)
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To the Nines - At the 2009 Inaugural Ball, the couple danced to Etta James’ “At Last,” as Beyoncé crooned for them. A more contemporary gift for celebrating two decades of love is platinum, which symbolizes strength and endurance. Perhaps the president could use a platinum watch to countdown the days until Nov. 6. (Photo: Jim Young/REUTERS)
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Love in the Elevator - This photo went viral on the Internet, as it caught a tender, intimate moment between the first couple. (Isn’t it funny how all the men are trying to avoid looking?) (Photo: Courtesy Pete Souza/ Whitehouse flickr)
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Stunning in Black - Last year, President Obama addressed the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation at their annual Phoenix Awards dinner, but this year he passed the baton to the first lady. Sharing duties has always been a part of the couple’s relationship, according to David Remnick’s The Bridge. (Photo: Chris Kleponis-Pool/Getty Images)
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A Stately Affair - To celebrate their 19th anniversary, the couple dined at Restaurant Eve in Alexandria, Virginia. The year before they celebrated at Camp David. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)
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Back on the Trail - In May, the Obamas kicked off their 2012 campaign tour for his bid for re-election. It’s nice to see that after 20 years, the couple still likes to be close even if just for a walk across the South Lawn. (Photo: Martin H. Simon-Pool/Getty Images)
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Congressional Gifts - The Obamas hosted their annual picnic for Congress in June. If Obama's in the White House for another term, a Democratic majority would be a welcomed anniversary gift.(Photo: Kristoffer Tripplaar-Pool/Getty Images)
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