In Spring of 2008, Melissa was excited about the filming of The Hobbit sequels, but was apprehensive about the release dates of the films. She didn’t even know if she would still be alive when these movies are released. Her husband, Chris told her to make that her goal: to be around to see these films in the theater, but he didn't want to take that chance. He started Project Fiver with the mission of delivering a petition to Peter Jackson, asking that Melissa would be cast as a costumed hobbit extra in the film. Even if she would not there when the movies are released, just being part of the production of The Hobbit, even if it’s just sitting at a table in the background, will absolutely mean the world to her and be a reason to hold on.