No Hands Or Elbows But Still Found True Love | BORN DIFFERENT

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VIRAL TikTok star, Ren, was born without elbows or hands - but that hasn't held her back at all. The 28-year-old spent her childhood developing her own ways of performing everyday tasks in order to be independent. She affectionately refers to her arms as "nubs" and told truly: "Most things I can do - just in my own way, a little more difficult than others." The resilience Ren has built up through her ability to adapt was critical as Ren entered adult life - the one area of her life she found particularly difficult to navigate was dating: "I had boy[friends] that would refuse to hold my hand because they didn't want to be embarrassed." But just as she was giving up, Ren matched with current boyfriend Timmy on a dating app and his open-minded approach meant the two fell for each other in no time. As Timmy told truly: "I like to just go into things with an open mind and it's been great!" Timmy now supports Ren through everything, including helping her record TikToks to raise awareness for her condition - mostly lighthearted videos "making fun" of her condition. Whilst Ren has had to deal with negative, "icky" comments and questions in the comments section - as well as staring in public - this no longer phases her at all and she is more determined than ever to shift opinions about what it means to live with a disability. Her hope is that people take away from her story that "people with disabilities are more capable than they expect - we find our ways eventually, it takes time but we find our ways!"
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Videographer: Ed Koziarski
Producers: Kim Nguyen, Tom Buckman & Mel Jefcoate
Editor: Emma Mitchell
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[@tyreesetjjoyner1995]

She got a heart of gold. Even without hands, she’s beautiful.

[@mechloe8528]

She really does!! She's just absolutely lovely inside & out 💕

[@Bene4560]

??? Sorry I do not understand. She should be ugly because her hands are misssing but is beautiful?

[@AC-yt3we]

She probably can't do handj though

[@mechloe8528]

@AC-yt3we - gee, ur just soo funny & clever 🙄

[@AC-yt3we]

@@mechloe8528 Its not a joke, is a fact. Think about it....

[@ou8venus2]

I love her positivity. She has way more self esteem than I do. She seems like a wonderful friends to have!

[@joellegeiger2425]

She is so naturally GORGEOUS. Love their energy. I adore the mushroom hats. LOVE THEM.

[@elizabethturczyk1533]

They are a beautiful couple! I wish them the best!

[@sloanestone5780]

She's delightful ✨️

[@mechloe8528]

Isn't she just!! She's absolutely lovely inside & out 💕

[@stephanieb7311]

What a lovely young lady and she seems like she has good people around her. I am happy for her.

[@lucyscott736]

I follow her on TikTok! She is funny and inspiring. My friends daughter was born with no hands and a nub foot. She reminds me so much of this girl.

[@najahgriffin4973]

Love u is very delicate

[@withpeacelove366]

I love that they have matching mushroom hats. That's so cute! Also I'm really happy that she found love and is happy now.

[@Ph562797]

I love watching these kinds of videos because every time I think about complaining or feeling sorry for myself I see someone like her being nothing but positive. I respect it so much.

[@sugarsore]

She deserves all the love in the world.

[@taramatheis1451]

She is adorable! So heartful, cheerful and fun and she has overcome so much in her life and flourished. I am so happy for her that she has found love and friendship with loving people who recognise who she truly is. And her sweet brother too. wish her only the best! ❤

[@twinmamamg4707]

She is so sweet! ❤️ And I love the emoji tattoos 😂 great idea!!!

[@Kpips99]

She is adorable

[@cathyohlhausen6796]

Great energy ❤

[@user-tb1mw5bh6e]

Love how she accepts being different and dont let it get in her way.God made her special so she can inspire others ,such beautiful soul i love her spirit she's happy 💖. So people who are wonderfully made and trying to change themselves into something else shame on you ,stop complaining instead give thanks. God bless and keep you safe in all you do keep going 🙏🏾 ❤❤❤

[@celestialcircledance]

I love the matching mushroom hats and the Tick Tock videos look both fun and tasty . People will stare because it's human nature to be curious but I think videos like these go a long way to breaking barriers while educating and entertaining ! No one can blame you for not wanting to discuss your bathroom habits but I've seen quadriplegics openly discussing it on KZbin and it was generally respectfully received and interesting to learn about . At the end of the day, it's all about the delivery and comfort level of the content creator !

[@43772598]

This is such a great story !

[@youtubeyoutubeyoutube9961]

Ive been following her on Tik Tok for years and she's so funny!

[@livelovelearn1986]

Thank you for being so vulnerable and thank you for being exactly who you are. The relationship with your brother is really awesome!! I'm trying to be friends with both of you🥰thanks again for sharing ❤

[@OceanWorrier]

She’s so beautiful. I’m glad she’s happy.

[@LindaFrazier-yh2gz]

She's beautiful inside and out! I love her positive attitude, her sense of humor, determination to be independent, and her passion to educate others about the heart and challenges of the disabled! She's Awesome!! Continued Blessings to you!🙏❤👍

[@ladyblackbelt]

Beautiful

[@amina5245]

She's beautiful 🫶🏻

[@littleghostfilms3012]

Having a sense of humor about what others see as some kind of tragedy, or something to recoil from, is the best form of 'revenge'. Ren is an example for us all about how to live life to the fullest.

[@maxinepreston7601]

She's a lovely bundle of fun and what a beautiful couple they make. I wish them a beautiful, happy life.

[@A-n-n-a.6]

True love is growing as a couple, learning about each other,and never give up on each other. 🥂 to ❤️ and be loved. 😍

[@tammycooper3387]

I admire your determination and your spunkiness.

[@Deniseeee84]

This is the best episode of truly ever she is so beautiful and the love between her and her brothers relationship is to cute !

[@selenavillarreal9951]

You are a beautiful soul and person ❤sending you positive vibes😊❤

[@marniecummings2511]

All I want to do is hug her!

[@joannalamb4542]

She is intelligent and talented. I would be proud to have a friend like her. For some reason I believe she would be more understanding of people in different circumstances that are different from the norm. That it me. 🦋🦋🦋

[@antoniosamuels6157]

She's all around beautiful

[@xAliceOfTheChainsx]

I love her humour and how she has tried everyday in her difficult Life. Keep on Ren.👏👏👏

[@tanyabruce1019]

She is so sweet and so beautiful

[@Aaron_TheGoat]

“if you’re happy and you know it clap your hands” 💀

[@Matildaiscool123]

That was so inspiring and I hope you become an actor one day

[@nena2281]

She's a cutie pie, inside and out. I wish her and her guy a long life filled with love and happiness. ❤

[@louise8752]

Beautiful woman inside and out!! Carry on and be happy!!

[@morganlovick8284]

I was so happy when this popped up to watch on my suggested videos I follow her on TikTok and she has such a vibrant personality! She's hilarious too!!

[@gerrinickolson2314]

You are such a genuine and adorable soul! I am so happy to see you smile! Keep being you! We adore it!

[@mechloe8528]

She's just a beautiful person inside & out 💕 she's got such a beautiful & strong heart..that was really fun to watch!!

[@tiffanypilderian9967]

Aww the bro is adorable 😍 ❤️ 😅

[@theladykaybee]

What a lovely family! Let your lights shine ❤

[@TiffanyF-420]

I just seen this lady on my for you page on TT! It's cool to see her on here, she's such a sweet person. ❤❤

[@jellefish5578]

Love her! Did a tiktok duet years ago with her and we are friends on there 🥰 she’s the sweetest!

[@elvyaofficial]

I TOTALLY would love to be friends with her and her hand tattoo was do clever! Love this one!

[@susanlong1159]

Been following for while and saw some of the heartache. So happy to see Ren on the other side. 🥰

[@jacquelinevillarreal657]

They are a lovely couple!!! ✨💖✨

[@susansnyder11]

Ren, you're a beautiful person with an equally beautiful soul. I bet you're a blast to hang out with.❤

[@thewoolverine4420]

It's so weird to see her on this documentary talking about the nubbins. I have been following her for ages and you forget sometimes. I'm super proud of you Ren! You're awesome

[@charlottegrace6656]

I LOVE THEIR MUSHROOM HATS!!!!

[@shakeriacrawford5457]

I was just gonna comment this

[@Pickle_bigdill]

I love this video I feel like we all watching this get a feel what it's like to not only be my sister and see what she goes through but also it shows how amazing and joyful she is and I'm so happy to be able to call her my sister and if your seeing this ren thank you for all you have done for me

[@joankrickellas1483]

I liked hearing both Ren’s story as well as her brother’s - gave insight into the contrasting experiences of being born with a visible vs. an invisible disability. Between the challenges they each face, and how they overcome them with strength and resilience is inspirational.

[@cierrag9720]

Ren and her brother are legit the cutest, so adorable

[@Satsusss]

They were made for each other. They even look alike.

[@SV-vx9ss]

I love her style. She’s so cool. 😎

[@lilyrosebungle]

The hand gesture tattoo is genius 👌

[@willowoodz]

the hand tattoo is SO smart omfg, she's awesome

[@MickeyGee73]

Such a Cute Couple! So glad you found each other!! ❤

[@samanthav563]

Yes be an actress!!!! I would love to see her in movies 😍 she has a great personality and she’s very expressive

[@megganaki]

Y'all are a cute couple❤

[@birdieblane8968]

Oh my gosh I follow this lovely human on tiktok she’s so cute! And seems like such a genuinely kind and interesting soul

[@TheSarFamilyy]

She has a great attitude and personality ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RainbowJoJo]

You seem like you are one of the best human beings I've ever seen. I hope you have love and joy throughout your whole life.

[@cherri1021]

I first discovered her on tiktok, and I absolutely LOVE her! Her personality and just her outlook on life is everything ❤

[@jailaaa1698]

Wait I follow her on TikTok omg 😭😭 this is so cool to see her on here

[@oranucarl6018]

She is so adorable. I hope she makes it to the movies as an actress 🎉😊

[@SGCgleaton]

Dont worry about what people think just smile at them Ann keep doing what you do ❤

[@Sam-tz7cd]

She is my fave person on truly so far! I want more ! The hand emoji band was so cool 😉

[@debbiemcdonald8928]

You are so beautiful and are a cute couple. Keep up the positivity. Love you guys.

[@StarlaBizarre]

I love her hairstyle!!❤️❤️

[@loveofwonder]

She's so funny 😁

[@zoeelisabethgayton4876]

What a beautiful woman, inside and out. ❤

[@angelaegan7511]

She's a very beautiful young lady and a lovely person ❤

[@mistyortiz731]

I love her. Been following her and I really, genuinely wish I could be her friend. Having such a great personality, she has a natural draw. ❤❤❤

[@neeceystink9920]

The things we take for granted.🥺

[@gummybear5074]

I love her so much 💕 She’s such a beautiful and kind hearted person I hope life keeps getting better and better for you :)

[@missjasmine3366]

I was waiting to see if she made those adorable hats mushroom 🍄 hats 👒.

[@ProPrivaC]

Your pure and beautiful inside and out you will get hands in the future and live more comfortably

[@raspberryjam348]

Awwe Ren, you are so wonderful ❤

[@AnnjeCiarrocchi]

I found her on TikTok. She is amazing! So happy she got interviewed to share awareness.

[@DaveDriggs]

You guys are awesome!

[@willowoodz]

if she can do literally most of everything without hands and still have a huge smile on her face, i could probably learn to complain less LMAO

[@impikini8771]

I love nubbies. She is such a beautiful soul x❤

[@daniellewhittenburg1853]

Y'all are just the cutest couple ❤❤. I love watching your videos.

[@kosminentahinko-tyyssijaih3595]

You are so beautiful and inspiring! I can see Joy of Life and Love in your eyes and smile. You both are so cute. I wish so many loving years for both of you

[@melissamiller8327]

I like her! She seems super chill. I would totally be her friend. 💛

[@thiabrabson2533]

She’s very cute 🥰 & positive 🤩

[@theoceandragonfly]

I think you are cool and a fabulous person. Your physical disability is a small part of who you are not the whole you and you are wonderfully made. 😊

[@oksyi]

she´s is beautiful, but I have to mention 6:52 moment when they are approaching the yawing girl :D it just made me laugh :D great shot

[@christinepreston8267]

A beautiful person inside and out..and so pretty ❤

[@cinnapokey]

Amazing tattoos! Awesome beautiful energy and love! Nice too see happiness ❤️ and authenticity!

[@rajada033]

Respect 🙏 🫡

[@ChrisZlatanProductions]

🔥🔥🔥i hope he keeps loving her hard

[@laramaaike3050]

The only reason I would stare is bc her awesome clothes and her funny crochet/knitted hat-thing.

[@purusattyamdey2030]

Really Cute ....❤❤

[@SweetE1403]

She’s so cute 🥰

[@christinarothleitner-stu-zz3vc]

You are gorgeous! and I'd love to see a movie with you in it. You do have such a positiv and happy energie. That makes me happy too 😊

[@tylinnfahrni9814]

The real love story is these two and their hats

[@neat_method]

She is absolutely adorable 😍😘😍😘✨️✨️✨️‼️

[@brendadickson9583]

She is stunning, I would gladly have her a friend ❤❤❤❤glad she has a good man,brother n friend who genuinely love her ❤