Last Monday, a Virginia family experienced an unexpected moment during a photo shoot under the iconic cherry blossom trees in Washington, D.C.’s Tidal Basin.
As photographer Briana Inell captured images of little Belle, 4, and Preston, 20 months, former President Barack Obama casually appeared in the background of the photos, creating a spontaneous scene that went viral.
Photo goes viral
The children’s mother, Portia Moore, shared her surprise on Instagram, recounting how her husband, Damien, noticed Obama’s presence during the session and although he tried to tell her, she didn’t catch his voice.
Portia was concentrating on making sure that her youngest son did not run off into the water, so she did not notice the presence of the former president.
After getting the hired photographer, Briana Inell, to take the photo, she went to ask her husband what it said and to her surprise, he replied.
“‘That was President Obama who just walked by’ and looked in her direction. I thought, ‘What!'” wrote Portia in her post.
Portia ran to the photographer and asked her if she had taken the picture and as she scrolled through her film “wham! There it was! The perfect picture!”.
Barack Obama and his funny appearance
“Look who stopped by our photo during our cherry blossom family session!” wrote Portia alongside the photos she shared on Instagram.
In the images, Obama appears dressed casually, wearing a baseball cap, long-sleeved white shirt and dark pants, accompanied by a Secret Service agent.
The image shows the children smiling under the branches of cherry blossom trees, with the former president walking in the background, adding a special touch to the scene.
Image goes viral
Portia’s post quickly attracted attention on social media, garnering thousands of likes and comments.
Barack Obama himself responded in the comments section, “Preston and Belle, I hope you enjoyed the full splendor of the flowers! Sorry to interrupt the photo.”
This gesture by the former president was enthusiastically received by users, who praised his humility and sense of humor.
Former President Barack Obama knows how to take advantage of every moment to stand out on social media
Cherry blossom season in D.C. is magical.
The cherry blossom season in Washington, D.C. is an iconic event that attracts numerous visitors each year.
These flowers, a gift from Japan in 1912, symbolize the friendship between the two countries and have become a major tourist attraction.
For the Hispanic community in the United States, this type of cultural event offers an opportunity to enjoy the diversity and richness of traditions that make up the country.
It all ended up being a funny moment
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This chance encounter with such an influential figure as former President Barack Obama adds sentimental value to the Moores’ family photographs, making them unforgettable memories that reflect the spontaneity and surprises that life can offer.
“This story is one to remember and the photo is a family heirloom (literally). And no, we didn’t disturb him on his much-needed, leisurely stroll,” Portia Moore ended her Instagram post.
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