Michelle Obama in 2010: A Year in Pictures [SLIDESHOW]...

A summarized view of first lady Michelle Obama in 2010. Watch below:

Obamas Spends Christmas at a Marine Corps Base in Hawaii...

via HuffPo:
No greens, reds, plaids or knits were involved in First Lady Michelle Obama's Christmas day ensemble. She stepped out to the Anderson Hall at the Marine Corps base in Kaneohe, Hawaii in a white tank top, printed skirt and metallic flats.

The designers of Jolibe say the skirt is from their spring 2011 collection. The skirt will be available at Ikram in Chicago and Susan of Burlingame in San Francisco.

Merry Christmas!

December 5, 2010

First Lady Michelle O. Two Looks in One Day.

 First lady Michelle Obama spoke before presenting the 2010 National Medals for Museum and Library Science, during a ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Friday, Dec. 17, 2010.

First lady Michelle Obama gestured during the 2010 National Medals for Museum and Library Service presentation ceremony December 17, 2010 at the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC. Five museums and five libraries were 'chosen for their innovative approaches to public service, and for their success in improving communities and making a difference in peoples' lives,' according to a White House press release.

First lady Michelle Obama helped sort toys donated to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots program at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling December 17, 2010 in Washington, DC. With nine days until Christmas, Obama joined about a dozen Marines in sorting some of the 100,000 toys that have been donated to children in need in the Washington, DC, area.

 A view of the first lady's boots.
[photos by Getty Images and AP Photo]

First Lady Michelle O. Visits the Children's National Medical Center

First lady Michelle Obama spoke to patients during her visit to the Childrens National Medical Center December 13, 2010 in Washington, DC. The first lady read the book of 'The Night Before Christmas' during her visit to the center, which is a tradition for first ladies dating back to Bess Truman, wife of former president Harry Truman.

First Lady Michelle Obama and Bo, greeted children at the Children's National Medical Center during a visit on December 13, 2010 in Washington.

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President Obama Signs Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010...

 First Lady Michelle Obama (R) speaks with third-grader Luis Avelar-Turcios and seven-grader Tammy Nguyen as President Barack Obama sings into law the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 at Harriet Tubman Elementary School in Washington on December 13, 2010.

 President Barack Obama listened as first lady Michelle Obama delivers remarks before the president signs the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 at Harriet Tubman Elementary School December 13, 2010 in Washington, DC. In an effort to provide children with better school lunches and breakfasts, the new law puts $4.5 million in the hands of child nutrition programs, sets nutrition standards on school vending machines, helps create school gardens and makes sure that quality drinking water is available during meal times.
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Obamas Celebrate Christmas at the National Building Museum...

The president, first lady, Sasha, Malia and First Granny stepped out for another holiday soiree on Sunday night, the annual Christmas in Washington presentation at the National Building Museum. A very pregnant Mariah Carey performed, along with Andrea Bocelli and Annie Lennox.

President Barack Obama watches a performance with first lady Michelle Obama (wearing vintage Norman Norell) and their daughters Malia and Sasha during the Christmas in Washington Celebration at the National Building Museum in Washington December 12, 2010.

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama posed for a group photo with children dressed as Christmas elves at a Christmas In Washington celebration December 12, 2010 at the Building Museum in Washington, DC. Obama's daughters Malia and Sasha are at and Michelle Obama's mother Marian Robinson is at.

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[photos via Reuters and Getty Images]

2010: Obamas Light the White House Christmas Tree...

President Barack Obama, joined by his family including First Lady Michelle Obama, daughters Sasha and Malia, and mother-in-law Marian Robinson, reacted as they push a button to light the National Christmas Tree during a ceremony on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, DC, December 9, 2010.

President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama and daughters Malia and Sasha looked up during the National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on the Ellipse in Washington December 9, 2010.

First lady Michelle O. wearing a Narciso Rodriguez coat.[photos via Getty Images and Reuters]

Mary J. Blige Hearts First Lady Michelle O. [VIDEO]

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Obamas Attend Kennedy Center Honoring Oprah, Paul McCartney

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama (who is lovely in a custom Naeem Khan) arrived at the Kennedy Center Honorees Reception at the White House in Washington December 5, 2010.

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama stood with Kennedy Center Honorees Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney in Washington December 5, 2010. [photos via Reuters]

POTUS and FLOTUS Celebrate the 2nd Day of Hanukkah...

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama watched as Molly Retik lights a Menorah on the second night of Hanukkah during a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, December 2, 2010. The Menorah, loaned from Congregation Beth Israel in New Orleans, was discovered after Hurricane Katrina by cleanup crews covered in mold, filth and sewage.

 [photos via Getty Images]

First Lady Michelle O. Dedicates Military Housing...

First Lady Michelle Obama spoke as Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and military families looked on during the dedication ceremonies of the new Fisher Houses on the campus of Naval Support Activity in Bethesda, Maryland, on December 2, 2010. Fisher House helps 13,000 families and has made more than three million days of lodging available to family members since it originated in 1990. Fisher House also administers Scholarships for Military Children, a program for the sons and daughters of service members.

First Lady Michelle Obama greeted wellwishers after dedication ceremonies of the new Fisher Houses on the campus of Naval Support Activity in Bethesda, Maryland, on December 2, 2010.

[photos via Getty Images]

Michelle O. Makes Ornaments, Cards & Treats at the White House...

First Lady Michelle Obama ate a cookie given to her by a child in the State Dining Room to learn how to make holiday ornaments, cards and treats, at the White House in Washington, DC, on December 1, 2010.

First lady Michelle Obama worked on paper decorations while welcoming military families to the State Dining Room of the White House in Washington, December 1, 2010.

First lady Michelle Obama is pictured in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010, after speaking about the Toys for Tots program which distributes toys to needy children.
[photos via Getty Images, Reuters, and AP Photo]

The Obamas White House Christmas Tree Arrives...

First Lady Michelle Obama with daughters Malia and Sasha walked together to check out the White House Christmas tree after it was delivered by horse drawn carriage on November 26, 2010 at the White House in Washington, DC.

[photos via Getty Images and AP Photo]

Barbara Talks Thanksgiving With the Obamas [VIDEO]...

Barbara Walters gets a Thanksgiving message from the president and first lady on 20/20, Friday November 26 on ABC.

Michelle O. On the Move Leading Up to Thanksgiving...

First Lady Michelle Obama, with the help of her daughter Malia, helped to pack and give bags of food to area residents ahead of the Thanksgiving Day holiday at Martha's Table on November 24, 2010 in Washington, DC. The Obama family delivered turkeys and bags of food to needy families at Martha's Table, a 30-year-old non-profit that helps poor children, youth and families with food and clothing.

First Lady Michelle Obama spoke to elementary school children at Riverside Elementary School in Miami, Florida November 22, 2010. The first lady was helping to launch a new initiative to make fresh salads and salad bars available during lunch break to schools around the country.

First Lady Michelle Obama walked with Newark New Jersey Mayor Cory Booker (C) and Principal Deneen Washington (L) of the Maple Avenue School during a visit to the School in Newark, New Jersey, November 18, 2010. The first lady made the visit to promote her "let's Move" initiative to reduce childhood obesity.

First Lady Michelle Obama ran a relay during a visit to the New York Police Athletic League's Harlem Center November 18, 2010 in New York to highlight the importance of physical activity and the innovative ways community organizations are working together to offer local children opportunities to improve their health.
[photos via Reuters, Getty Images]

POTUS & FLOTUS Visit the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta Indonesia...

 First Lady Michelle Obama wore a headscarf as she visited the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta on November 10, 2010. The much-anticipated visit to the Istiqlal Mosque and speech at the University of Indonesia were the last stops on US President Barak Obama's twice-postponed visit to Indonesia.

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama were led on a tour by Grand Imam Yaqub at the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta on November 10, 2010.
[photos via Getty Images]

Jakarta State Dinner Hosted for POTUS...

 First lady Michelle Obama was greeted by other guests as she arrived at a state dinner hosted for U.S. President Barack Obama at Istana Merdeka in Jakarta, November 9, 2010.

First lady Michelle Obama sat alongside Indonesia's former president Megawati Sukarnoputri at the head table during a state dinner hosted for U.S. President Barack Obama at the State Palace-Istana Merdeka in Jakarta November 9, 2010.
[photos via Reuters

The Obama's Arrive in Jakarta Indonesia...

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama walked down the stairs of the Air Force One upon arrival at Halim Perdanakusumah airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010.


First lady Michelle Obama walked with Kristiani Herawati, wife of Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, at Istana Merdeka in Jakarta, November 9, 2010.

President Barack Obama smiled as he looked at an Indonesian female officer greeting first lady Michelle as Obama arrived at Halim Perdanakusumah airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010.

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama posed for an official photo with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and First Lady Ani Yudhoyono at State Palace Complex Istana Merdeka in Jakarta on November 9, 2010. US President Barack Obama finally made a much-delayed return to his boyhood home of Indonesia, seeking to engage Muslims and cement strategic relations on the second leg of his Asia tour.
[photos via AP Photo, Reuters]

The Obama's Say Goodbye to New Delhi...

President Barack Obama and Michelle waved after boarding Air Force One in New Delhi on November 9, 2010. US President Barack Obama yesterday backed India's quest for a permanent UN Security Council seat, inviting the world's largest democracy to take its 'rightful' place at the summit of global power.
[photo via Getty Images]

POTUS & FLOTUS Attend Indian State Dinner in New Delhi...

President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama (wearing Rachel Roy's Sable Moroccan Tunic and Dune Velvet Skirt) stood at a state dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, India, Monday, Nov. 8, 2010.

President Barack Obama shook hands with Indian President Pratibha Patil as US First Lady Michelle Obama and Indian President's husband Devisingh Patil looked on during a meeting in New Delhi on November 8, 2010. US President Barack Obama November 8 backed India's quest for a permanent UN Security Council seat, inviting the world's largest democracy to take its 'rightful' place at the summit of global power.

[photos via AP Photo and Getty Images]