Don't Go Obama: Parents and Kids React to His Farewell

person Christina Brantley
calendar_today Jan 11, 2017
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Almost 20,000 people gathered at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois last night to watch President Barack Obama deliver his Farewell Address. Even more were glued to their television screens as Obama reflected on his last eight years in office, America’s reality, and his hope for the future. As people tuned in across the country, it was evident that many parents dismissed bedtimes to allow their children to take part in the historic moment. Here are a few of the photos and thoughts that made us feel like the future is brighter than ever before... The kid at the end summarizes how we ended the night.

President Obama's youngest fan #CNN #presidentObama #farewelladdress2017 #farewelladdress #potus #farewellobama

A video posted by Byron (@byron_s2) on Jan 10, 2017 at 6:34pm PST

I will never forget this night. Holding my son close as I watch such a remarkable man make his #farewell speech here in Chicago. Besides his beautiful spirit of hope and freedom, he is an example to my sons that the color of their skin should not deter them from their dreams. He energized and inspired so many. They should also strive to do the same. #farewellobama #presidentobama #faith #hope #blackboyjoy #potus #flotus #chicago #legacy #barackobama

A photo posted by Jessica Shepherd MD, MBA (@jessicashepherdmd) on Jan 10, 2017 at 7:00pm PST

They were actually glued to the tv watching Obama give his speech tonight after tubby time 😢📺 #peytonmarie #peneloperose #PandP #twinning #mommysbabies #mysweetbabygirls #twinlife #momoftwins #farewellobama #ourpresident #wellmissyou #wasaprettygoodspeech

A photo posted by Innocentia McFarland🌻 (@innocen_tia) on Jan 10, 2017 at 7:23pm PST

#FarewellObama Letting them know that they can be ANYTHING they want to be through hard work, dedication and resiliency. My sons got next! #myforeverpresident #chicago #barakobama #michelleobama #potus #farewellobama #youdidwell #obamafarewell #farewelladdress

A photo posted by Daria (@dariathecurlartist) on Jan 10, 2017 at 6:14pm PST

A historical moment calls for a picnic table in the living room. Hopefully his words are sinking into their little brain cells. #farewellobama - My tribe loves you ❤️

A photo posted by Princess Mhoon (@princessmhoon) on Jan 10, 2017 at 6:53pm PST

"The future is in good hands." #farewellObama 😢 #dontleave

A photo posted by Latoya Jones (@coqui602) on Jan 10, 2017 at 6:56pm PST

We said goodbye together, my mom, Ava, and I. Ava sat in my lap and we shared a moment in history together. She's too young to be able remember his legacy, but tonight to clapped, cheered and told our president, "I love you". #mrpresident #farewell #thankyou #history #historical #nighttoremeber #obama #2017 #farewellobama

A photo posted by Aija Malika (@aijamalika) on Jan 10, 2017 at 7:27pm PST

😭😭😭💔 #farewellobama #pleasedontgo

A photo posted by A-lee-cee-a (@la_autora) on Jan 10, 2017 at 7:16pm PST

Okay...let me 1st say: I was raised in a very politically aware household...We did a lot of reading, had a lot of conversations and debates, and my 1st visit into the voting polls with my mom was at age 12. You know what they say...the 🍎 doesn't fall too far from the tree...I am holding in my laughter, consoling my baby, and I kind of feel the same way. MY BABY IS CRYING OVER OBAMA LEAVING OFFICE!!!!😩😔😂 Damn!!! #farewell #obama #farewellobama #realtears #44 #singlemomsrock #singlemom #singledad #singleparent #parenthood #mommyduties #tsmd #thesinglemomdiary

A video posted by GOD + ME & MINE. Phil 4:13 (@the_single_mom_diary) on Jan 10, 2017 at 7:07pm PST

Did you watch the address? What did or will you tell your children?