The end of President Obama’s final term in office is drawing near and Essence magazine is paying tribute to the gracious and powerful couple.It’s the end of an era (😪), and ESSENCE is sending the First Family off with a hug and a salute.

@BarackObama and @MichelleObama exude their signature poise, grace and charm on the cover of our historic October issue, in which they open up about watching their girls grow up in the White House as well as the legacy they hope to leave behind. “Some of my fondest memories of the White House are just being with the girls on a summer night and walking the dogs around the South Lawn, talking and listening to them.” 💕 Believe us—you’re not going to want to miss out on this special collector’s issue! be sure to pick up a copy when it hits newsstands Friday, September 9!

I will definitely be scooping my copy of the issue.