Can you keep a secret?

A couple of years ago the Wall Street Journal published an article on how proposals these days have started to resemble sterile business negotiations between two people rather than a moment that should stand out in their memories forever. We think this is a shame and are determined to bring surprise and creativity into the equation.

One of the main things a girl wants out of a marriage proposal is to be surprised. Even if she is expecting you to pop the question, she still wants romance. The more people who know the plan, the more likely it is that your cover will be blown. So, how do you plan a proposal that will surprise her without asking her friends or mother? That's what we are here for! Talk to us about it all you want. In fact, the more we talk, the better. One of our specialties is keeping that secret, and as women, we know how women think. We will coach you through ways to ensure she doesn't suspect a thing. Here is our short list of ways to keep the plan under wraps:

1. Never drop hints that you're keeping a secret. For some reason men feel better when they let out little hints as if doing that will somehow make the news easier to keep. Chances are she is expecting it one of these days, and any hint will clue her in immediately. 
2. In the weeks leading up, go about your normal routine. If you are this close to being engaged, you know each other inside and out. Chances are she can easily pick up on slight changes in your schedule or mood. Try to remain composed, it will pay of in the end.
3. Keep the ring a secret. I know, this is a hard one because so many women want input, but we know plenty of ways to get the ring that she loves without her picking it out herself.