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Alaska mother takes adorable photos of baby with former President Obama

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A chance encounter with a former president at an Alaska airport this week led to photos that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Jolene Jackinsky told The Associated Press she was at the Anchorage International Airport Monday with her baby daughter Giselle when she spotted former President Barack Obama.

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She said Obama approached her to ask about her daughter and agreed to pose for a few photos.

When Jackinsky's husband approached, Obama joked, “I’m taking your baby,” Jackinsky said.

Jackinsky said Giselle remained calm during the encounter. “It was only five minutes but it was a moment that will last forever,” she said.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.