UNEXPECTED MOMENT WITH

Portia had hoped for nothing more than a cute family picture under the cherry blossoms, with the Washington Monument standing in the distance. It seemed like the perfect spring moment.

She arranged her children, Belle and Preston, by the Tidal Basin and braced herself for the usual challenge — getting them to stay still long enough for a good shot.

What she didn’t expect was an unexpected guest casually walking into the frame.

Afterward, she asked her husband what he had been whispering during the photo session. His answer stunned her: “That was President Obama!” He had unknowingly strolled right behind them.

Portia quickly looked through the photos, and sure enough, there was Obama in the background, smiling as he passed by like any other person enjoying the day.

The photographer, who had spent years taking family portraits in that very spot, said she’d seen countless random passersby slip into photos — but never someone of his stature.

Later, Obama added to the fun on social media, jokingly apologizing and admitting he was simply out appreciating the cherry blossoms.

For a short, unexpected moment, he blended into the crowd — creating a one-of-a-kind memory the family will cherish forever.