"I am so rooting for you tomorrow, not just as a personal friend but because professionally we are in this together, " she wrote.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

At a time when the world is descending into recession, when fabulous new technologies are emerging and when the spirit of capitalism is under renewed assault, we are going to miss not only a warm friend but also an individual whose sense of discovery and sound judgment are sorely needed.

FORBES: Fact and Comment

At a time when the world is descending into recession, when fabulous new technologies are emerging and when the spirit of capitalism is under renewed assault, we are going to miss not only a warm friend but an individual whose sense of discovery and sound judgment is sorely needed.

FORBES: Fact and Comment

It may be your mother, cousin, friend, co-worker, admired athlete, movie star or musician, but we are all well aware of how bad things can get when addiction takes over.

CNN: A light through addiction's 'dark days'

And of course, I want to thank the one and only Emmylou Harris for not just her wonderful performance -- (applause) -- but she has been an advocate, a fighter, a friend, and we are thrilled that she could join us again, as she has so many other times.

WHITEHOUSE: Remarks by the First Lady at a Campaign Event

And so our feeling has been to be honest and forthright with Pakistan, to say we are your friend, this is a problem and we will help you, but the problem has to be addressed.

WHITEHOUSE: Town Hall with Students in Mumbai