Betrayal is a bitter pill to swallow. For Mrs. Tiger Woods that betray came in droves. Perhaps that`s why Elin Nordegren promptly removed her wedding ring after discovering the truth about Tiger`s various infidelities.

Tiger Woods` wife has removed her wedding ring after 5 years of marriage – just a few days after Elin revealed that she planned to stay married to Tiger for the sake of their two children. She was spotted out and about without her gold band and diamond engagement ring.

The blonde Swede took the couple's two children to a Christmas party in Florida on Saturday. It was revealed that the couple was visited by the Florida Department of Children and Families earlier during the day. According to reports, agency workers wanted to check on `the welfare of the children.`

Tiger, 33, recently announced he will take an indefinite break from golf in a bid to save his marriage and become a "better husband, father and person." But some reports suggest that Elin is planning a divorce next year – a rumor fueled by the removal of her wedding ring. A source said: "She's putting on a brave face but she's hurting terribly. Tiger is doing everything he can to save his marriage but I can't see them getting through this. The wounds are too deep."

Here is a statement Tiger issued regarding his professional and personal future:

I am deeply aware of the disappointment and hurt that my infidelity has caused to so many people, most of all my wife and children. I want to say again to everyone that I am profoundly sorry and that I ask forgiveness. It may not be possible to repair the damage I've done, but I want to do my best to try.
I would like to ask everyone, including my fans, the good people at my foundation, business partners, the PGA Tour, and my fellow competitors, for their understanding. What's most important now is that my family has the time, privacy, and safe haven we will need for personal healing.

After much soul searching, I have decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf. I need to focus my attention on being a better husband, father, and person.

Again, I ask for privacy for my family and I am especially grateful for all those who have offered compassion and concern during this difficult period.