Barack Obama details daughters' memories with the Queen in poignant tribute

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Barack Obama has shared some personal family memories from their time with the Queen on the day of her funeral.MORE: The Queen's funeral live updates - royal family bid an emotional farewell to the monarchThe former POTUS praised the late monarch for her generosity, especially when it came to his two daughters, Malia and Sasha.In a touching video, Barack said: "She could not have been more kind of thoughtful to me and Michelle."VIDEO: Emotional moments from the Queen's funeral He then recalled a time that the entire family were travelling to London, and how Buckingham Palace had reached out.MORE: Watch: Royals including Prince George and Princess Charlotte sing God Save the King for the first time at Queen's funeralMORE: Queen Elizabeth II's great-grandchildren attend funeral – live updates and photos"Her Majesty had invited Michelle and the two girls to tea.

She then offered to drive the two girls around in her golden carriage around the grounds of Buckingham Palace. It was the sort of generosity and consideration that left a mark in my daughters' lives that's still there."Michelle and I were lucky enough to know Her Majesty The Queen.

Back when we were just beginning to navigate life as President and First Lady, she welcomed us to the world stage with extraordinary generosity.

Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and those mourning her passing. pic.twitter.com/pHzpUJwgYbBarack Obama paid a heartfelt tribute to the Queen and shared personal memories Barack also described the Queen as a "good listener" and remembered her "genuine curiosity," adding "although she was impatient to get to the point."MORE: How Princess Kate reassured her kids during heartbreaking funeralMORE: Will King Charles III wear the same crown as.