Oh so she had a tough conversation about the divorce/separation SHE's asking for? Too bad. This stuff is brutal. Don't protect her from the consequences of her actions. What does she think is SUPPOSED to happen when you talk about dividing your assets and tearing your family apart?
The ring thing is up to you. Don't do it to "make a statement" to your wife. The questions you should be asking are: Do YOU want to wear it? Are you still married? What does the ring signify to you? WHY would you want to take it off?, etc.
