“Traveling to Mexico was a dream come true,” I thought, imagining my husband, two children, and me having the time of our lives. But that dream quickly turned into heartbreak when my husband’s actions raised painful doubts about his feelings for me.

Before our trip, I inherited money and property from my uncle, planning to share the news with Luke during the vacation. However, his refusal to take pictures with me was puzzling. Each time I asked, he brushed me off, saying, “Not now, Hannah” or “Maybe later.”

One day, he left his phone unlocked while showering. Torn but desperate for answers, I checked his messages. There it was—a group chat message mocking my appearance: “At her weight, she still wants pictures. Since giving birth, she’s changed completely.” Those cruel words crushed me.

I posted a photo of myself online with the caption, “Is my appearance so unattractive that even my spouse won’t take pictures of me?” The overwhelming support was empowering. When confronted, Luke denied wrongdoing until I mentioned his messages.

“By the way,” I told him, “I inherited my uncle’s assets, and I’m moving with the kids. We’re separating.” His sudden apologies were clearly about the money. I packed, left with my children, and embraced the uncertainty of a better future—one without Luke.