Malia and Sasha pursued sports and creative activities, like dance, tennis, and piano lessons.

Each sister was required to play two sports.

They were also tasked with making their beds, although they weren’t critiqued on neatness.

The Obama Family

“When your parent trusts you … it encourages you,” Michelle said onNPR.

In addition, she wouldn’t hesitate to comment if she heard chatter unrelated to schoolwork.

AlthoughSasha and Malia have enjoyed a lavish lifestyle, their early paychecks were quite minuscule.

Malia and Sasha Obama smiling

Fortunately, as adults,Sasha and Malia enjoy a deep, unique bondand live together in Los Angeles.

Michelle couldn’t be prouder of her daughters.

Barak Obama with daughters