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On His Way to Making History - See how President Obama and family celebrated his big day in Washington. – Britt Middleton (Photo: REUTERS/Joe Skipper)

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Morning Prayer - Obama was joined this morning by First Lady Michelle Obama, daughters Sasha and Malia and mother-in-law Marian Robinson for morning service at St. John's Church in Washington.(Photo: AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

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Saying Hello - The president greets Rev. Luis Leon at St. John's Church. (Photo: NICHOLAS KAMM/AFP/Getty Images)

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On the Road - After church, the Obamas had key lawmakers over for refreshements at the White House before leaving for the U.S. Capitol for his inauguration ceremony.(Photo: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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Famous Steps - President Obama walks through the U.S. Capitol on his way to the stage.(Photo: Molly Riley-Pool/Getty Images)

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A Matching Pair - Malia and Sasha Obama are cheery in colorful coats: Malia wore J. Crew and Sasha rocked Kate Spade.  (Photo: Win McNamee/Getty Images)

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The First Lady Arrives - Mrs. Obama, donning a navy coat and dress by designer Thom Browne, heads to the inaugural stage. The ensemble was made from silk jacquard and inspired by a man's necktie.(Photo: Win McNamee/Getty Images)

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Taking It All In - Obama takes in the view of the National Mall, where an estimated 800,000 people gathered to witness his second inauguration ceremony.(Photo: Win McNamee/Getty Images)

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A Little Sugar - The president and first lady steal a kiss before the start of the ceremony. (Photo: Rob Carr/Getty Images)

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The Big Moment - Swearing upon bibles owned by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and former President Abraham Lincoln, President Obama took his oath of office.(Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Big Thanks - Obama waves to the crowd following his inauguration ceremony. (Photo: Win McNamee/Getty Images)

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Signing Ceremony - After the ceremony was over, the president signed a proclamation called "National Day of Hope and Resolve," to commemorate the day. (Photo: Jonathan Ernst-Pool/Getty Images)

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Time to Eat - The Obamas and Speaker of the House John Boehner get ready to enjoy the inaugural lunch. Lobster, bison and apple pie were on the menu. (Photo: REUTERS/Benjamin Myers)

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The President in Action - President Obama addresses the crowd at the inaugural lunch. (Photo: Allison Shelley/Getty Images)

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Paying Tribute - After lunch, Tennessee Sen. Lamar Alexander, Mrs. Obama, President Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and wife Dr. Jill Biden paid their respects at the Martin Luther King Jr. statue inside the U.S. Capitol.(Photo: POOL Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

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Saluting Our Troops - The Obamas and the Bidens observe the tradition of the presidential review of the troops from the steps of the Capitol Building. (Photo: CJ Gunther-Pool/Getty Images)

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Getting Some Fresh Air - Mr. and Mrs. Obama stolled hand in hand down Pennsylvania Avenue during the inaugural parade. (Photo: AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)

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Parade Duty - The first family watched the parade from the official viewing stand. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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The First Couple - President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama re-emerged after the day's inaugural ceremonies at the Comander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball at the Walter Washington Convention Center. Michelle Obama wore a red chiffon gown by designer Jason Wu.(Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

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Men of Service - President Barack Obama greeted decorated members of the armed services during the Commander-In-Chief's Ball.(Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

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Let's Stay Together - The president and first lady danced while seranaded by Jennifer Hudson, who sang a rendition of "Let's Stay Together." (Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)