Scrolling through the phone gallery, it’s easy to lose track of time. There are thousands of pictures and short clips—random snapshots of our daily lives. But in the middle of them all, there’s someone who stands out every single time: Mom. She was born without arms, but she never let that define her. In every video, in every picture, she is glowing—brave, independent, and full of love.
One video shows her cooking dinner with her feet. It’s something we’ve watched a hundred times, but it still amazes us. She’s stirring a pot with her toes while checking the rice cooker with the other foot. She even slices vegetables with ease—no fancy tools, just pure determination and skill. You can hear us laughing in the background, cheering her on like she’s a superhero. And to us, she really is.
In another clip, she’s brushing her hair using her foot and a clever hook she made herself. She’s sitting in front of the mirror, humming to a song, not bothered by anything. That moment shows more than just her ability—it shows her confidence. She never asked to be treated differently. She just figured things out in her own way.
There’s also a beautiful video of her helping my younger brother with homework. She’s holding a pen with her toes and writing neatly, showing him how to solve math problems. Her voice is gentle, her tone patient. You can see the admiration in his eyes. He never notices what she can’t do—only what she can do.
Sometimes, we forget to record the little things, like when she makes tea, folds laundry, or unlocks her phone using her nose. But the random videos we do have are enough to tell her story. They show her laughter, her stubbornness when someone offers too much help, her dancing around the living room while balancing a broom with her toes. They show the way she hugs us—pulling us in close using her chin and shoulders, holding us tighter than anyone else ever could.
She isn’t just a mom with a disability—she’s a mom with endless ability. She teaches us resilience, creativity, and the power of self-worth every single day. Our phones may be full of “random” videos, but there’s nothing random about the message they send. They remind us that love doesn’t need arms to hold you, and strength doesn’t always look the way you expect.
So if you ever come across these clips, don’t just see a woman without arms. See a woman who redefines what’s possible. See a mother who raised her children with strength, wit, and warmth. See a life that proves limitations are only real if you believe in them.
And if you ever doubt yourself, just watch one of these videos again. You’ll understand what real courage looks like.
