Life After the White House: How Sasha Obama Is Adapting
Let’s be real—it’s hard to leave a place like the White House, but Sasha Obama? She’s absolutely thriving in their new home. Back in January 2017, the Obama family officially said goodbye to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave after eight incredible years. While the former President of the United States, Barack Obama, seems to be having a bit of an adjustment period, his daughter Sasha, now 16, is absolutely loving her new digs. This is one chapter in the Obama family story that’s filled with humor, adaptation, and some seriously cozy living spaces.
Michelle Obama Spills the Beans on Their New Home
Michelle Obama, the former First Lady, opened up about their new living situation on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on February 1, 2018. And let me tell you, she had some hilarious things to say. “Barack still talks about it. He feels like he got shortchanged on this whole deal. He doesn’t have enough closet space… sorry! He’s got the smallest room for his office,” she joked, sparking laughter from the audience. But the real winner? Sasha. “Sasha actually hit the jackpot in this house—she has this two-room suite, it’s all decked out. She’s got a living room area and bedroom. She designed it herself. So he’s really hating on her,” Michelle continued. Talk about sibling rivalry, but in the best way possible.
Malia Obama’s New Room Situation
Now, let’s talk about Malia Obama, Sasha’s older sister who’s 19. Unlike Sasha, Malia might not be as thrilled with her new bedroom setup. “Malia’s got a room in the attic somewhere,” Michelle shared with a laugh. “She’s away at college—you don’t waste rooms on college kids.” Malia is currently enjoying her freshman year at Harvard University, so maybe she doesn’t even notice the difference. But hey, who wouldn’t want a little more space when you’re home for the holidays?
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Bo and Sunny: The Obamas’ Furry Friends Adjusting to New Surroundings
And what about the Obamas’ beloved pets, Bo and Sunny? Turns out, even the furry members of the family had a bit of trouble adjusting to their new environment. “The dogs, Bo and Sunny, don’t know what a doorbell is,” Michelle revealed during her first TV interview since leaving the White House. “So the doorbell rings and they’re like, ‘Huh, I never heard that before.’” It’s moments like these that remind us how big of a change moving out of the White House really was for the entire family. Thankfully, they still have a nice yard to run around in, so it seems like Bo and Sunny are settling in just fine.
The Obamas on Election Night in 2008—a moment that changed history forever.
Making a House a Home: The Obama Family’s Perspective
For any family, leaving a place you’ve called home for so long can be tough. But the Obamas have taken a positive approach to this transition. “The thing I learned in those eight years is that home is where we make it,” Michelle said reflectively. “We were in the White House for eight years, but it wasn’t the house—it was us in it. Our values and our love for each other. We just moved that to another house.” It’s a powerful reminder that no matter where you live, it’s the people and the love that truly make a house a home.
