Her husband, Daniel, wasn’t much into outdoor adventures, so when she went on her solo trip to a ranch for the weekend, she promised to send him a few photos to keep him in the loop. On the second day, she found a peaceful stream and paused to take in the beauty around her. The trees swayed gently in the breeze, and her horse bent down to drink from the crystal-clear water.

Elena thought it was the perfect moment for a photo. She handed her phone to one of the other riders, striking a relaxed pose beside her horse, feeling completely at ease in her western gear. The photo turned out great.

Her wide-brimmed hat, the horse grazing at the water’s edge, the picturesque backdrop—it all made for an Instagram-worthy shot. She sent the picture to Daniel with a quick message: “Living my cowboy dreams .”

Minutes later, her phone buzzed with a message notification. It was from Daniel.