Lauren

I'm still alive.

It's been five years since my original post where I informed you all that I ignored blood in my stool and later found out I had colon cancer.

Before I get started with my life update, I would like to offer a genuine apology to those that had messaged me after my first post asking for an update and wishing me well.

The experience was traumatizing.

The farther I got from my diagnosis date and being NED, no evidence of disease, the less I wanted to relive the trauma of being diagnosed.

Please understand that I was protecting myself from anxiety and panic attacks.

For those still reading, here's my life update below.

Am I cured?

According to my oncologist, yes.

Yay.

I was diagnosed with stage 3 adenocarcinoma of sigmoid colon, signet ring cell.

I hope I remain cancer-free for the rest of my life, and I hope that I don't need to make a very awkward, hey guys, it's back post.

Two, what's my current health look like?

I'm 6'1", roughly 285.

I've gained weight, about 60 to 70 pounds, and my liver is fatty.

I'm actively losing weight at this time with the help of a medication.

Relationship, I'm officially married as of January 18th, 2026.

Yay!

Congratulations.

We've been together for three years and agreed to marry earlier if my cancer returned.