Our guestbook is now closed! Thank you for your positive comments! From: Todd Grannis   Dec 19, 2005 10:31 pm Hi there Tim, Todd Grannis is an unusual name, and even more coincidental that he would be 38 this year as well. Does the picture look similar too? Anyhoo... I've been all over the US, but never to Michigan. =) -Todd From: Tim Closson   Dec 15, 2005 4:51 pm Just read your story today 12/15/05. I grew up in a small Michigan town in the 70's and I new a Todd Grannis that went to school with me who would be 38 this year. I was just wondering if you are one in the same? zeusxiii@yahoo.com From: Bridger Grannis   Oct 4, 2005 10:28 am Hey Uncle Todd.. Its 1 Of your Favorite nephews... Im in New Hampshire if Dad Didnt tell you... and im keeping my grades up in school... well.. Mom, Dakota, and Dustin all miss you and we saw this and were in shock that you would pull something like that out of the Blue. I am happy that you married malissa cause shes wicked cool and was nice to us when we were visiting... Mom was shocked that you asked Malissa to marry. We all miss you and i hope that we can visit sometime in the summer or winter when i visit my dad. Later Unlce Todd... From: Barbie   Sep 2, 2005 10:19 am Interesting info From: Email from William in China   Sep 1, 2005 7:36 pm -----Original Message----- From: junghwi Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2005 8:20 AM To: manonfire@hotproposal.com Subject: hello hello Mr.Grannis I am a 9 year old Korean kid named William Park. I am currently living in China because of my father's business. I have heard that you almost killed yourself. I am very interested on the story. And if you don't mind, please tell me what is you age. I heard you are 35 but someone else said 38. And also I want to hear a little more about the amazing thing you did. All I heard is that you almost burned yourself! (and how, too? How can you still have normal body and everything after burning? Amazing!) I hope I'm not being a nuisance to you! sincerely, from faraway across the globe, William Hi William, First I want to tell you this is definitely something you don't want to try at home. I had a professional stuntman, who has safely performed hundreds of fire jumps, coordinate the stunt. We also had two Emergency Medical Technicians and a Registered Nurse standing by. I'm 38 years old. I was wearing a special fire suit that was thoroughly soaked in cold water just two minutes before. This provided sufficient insulation that I felt virtually no heat around my body -I was maybe even a bit cold! But the crowd of people standing 50 feet away could feel the heat from the flame. The idea was to *safely* create a spectacular visual effect and a lasting memory. Girls like to have a story to tell about the way their husband proposed. It doesn't have to be big, just thoughtful. To create a memorable proposal is to give her a gift that she can talk about for the rest of her life. I wanted to show Malissa that I love her, and that I'm ON FIRE FOR HER. That may sound a little corny, but when two people are in love, sometimes a little corny is ok. Thanks for writing William, and thanks for being a part of it! -Todd From: Misho   Sep 1, 2005 7:22 pm Very nice From: Jen, ON, Canada   Aug 25, 2005 11:54 pm Romantic? I'm surprised the poor woman didn't have a heart attack. From: CA   Aug 25, 2005 6:26 pm 106.7 KROQ From: d@v!d   Aug 24, 2005 1:30 pm this is the coolest story i ever heard..i hope u 2 can have a gr8 marraige..call me up so we can talk..lol From: Stephanie from New Orleans!   Aug 21, 2005 12:51 pm I just wanted to say I heard about the proposal on Kidd Kraddick in the Morning and I was just blown away by how special it was. That is definitly the best proposal story ever, and I hope that you and Malissa have a very blessed and happy life and CONGRATULATIONS to the both of you!! From: Amber Golconda, IL   Aug 19, 2005 8:19 pm Heard about it on Kidd Kraddick in the morning :) ... that is so awesome!! Malissa you are one lucky girl ~ it is so sweet that he put so much thought and work into it to make it special. Congrats and good luck with the wedding... From: Teri Plano Texas   Aug 19, 2005 1:07 pm That was totaly awesome.....Congrats, and hope yall share a long and wonderful life together. From: Eric from Wichita KS   Aug 17, 2005 10:25 am Heard about this on Kidd Kraddick morning show. Cool stunt, but I've been married for 20 years and thats more dangerous (and stupid!) than the fire. From: Becky from Mesquite, Texas   Aug 17, 2005 8:35 am What girl wouldn't melt over her boyfriend turning himself into a Roman candle for the Fourth of July?! Ha! Then to top it off he asks her to marry him! The planning that went into that proposal is really impressive. Malissa, you're a lucky girl! Todd is definitely one of a kind! I wish you both a long, happy and HOT marriage!! From: silvia from mandeville,la   Aug 16, 2005 8:28 pm I truly enjoyed listening about "the HOT proposal" this morning on the Kid Kraddick morning show. Kinda brought a little bit of faith back into my life, maybe it's was God's way of telling me there is still true love out there. Hope your marriage goes as fiery! God Bless!!! From: anonymous   Aug 16, 2005 8:25 pm I heard about this on bob and tom , very nice. From: anonymous   Aug 16, 2005 4:57 pm I heard this from 95.5 kid in the morning I think it is very romantic. I hope yall have a great life Good Luck yall look so cute!! From: Kimberly...Mesquite, TX   Aug 16, 2005 4:04 pm Hey I heard the story on 106.1 Kiss FM and wow I think that is so romantic kind of cheesie but yeah definitly something no one can top! Best wishes to you both and keep the fire alive in the relationship! Good luck in the future! From: anonymous   Aug 16, 2005 2:36 pm HEARD YOU ON 92.1 KISS FM, TULSA OK, KIDD KRADDICK SHOW. CONGRATS & BEST WISHES!!!!! ;) From: Dee from Dallas, TX   Aug 16, 2005 2:10 pm I heard of your story on Kidd Kraddick in the morning. I send my best wishes to Todd and Malissa. I think it is super romantic that the reason behind this proposal was to give Melissa a memorable proposal. Todd, you totally understand how important this moment is for us women. May God bless your marriage! From: anonymous   Aug 16, 2005 1:30 pm I heard your story on Kidd Kraddick this morning. What a great love story. Good luck to you both, just remember lots of communication and remember God will get you anywhere. From: anonymous   Aug 16, 2005 9:30 am Found out about you guys on Kidd Kraddick. I think its awsome, best wishes and God bless you for the rest of you days! From: Jack Holsapple   Aug 16, 2005 8:59 am ~Very impressive! The proposal wasn't too bad either! lol Hey Todd, maybe you can do a flambe' in lieu of your groom's cake! (fitting) Best of luck to the beautiful couple! ~J. From: david h.   Aug 16, 2005 8:15 am WOW!!! i heard this story on the radio in reno and it was amazing...i'm still a kid..lol but i want to do something like that for my wife when i get older!!it looks like you two were ment to be!!and TODD..WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THAT WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! From: Roger Harding   Aug 9, 2005 12:44 pm For most "gals" a 2.5 c. diamond would do the trick. You've set a new (higher and hotter) standard Todd. For the bride and groom - your life together won't always be this exciting, but your kindness and love for each other will easily eclipse the proposal. rh From: Kathy Smith   Aug 9, 2005 8:01 am I heard about the website on Mix 96.1 while browsing the stations website. What an incredible story! It presents itself to me at a time of little hope that "true love" exists. Thank you for sharing! Best wishes to you both!!!!!!!! From: Laurel Bowie-Little Elm, Texas   Aug 9, 2005 6:09 am Wow! It is really nice to know that there are still some men out there who are willing to put themselves out there and show no fear to express how they feel. And more so, it makes me glad to see that there are such women out there to inspire those very men. If Todd ends up in the dog house for some reason, his wife can always say, "If you love me, you'll set yourself on fire!" How can he say No? Just kidding. It seems that this will be a fun marriage and if you have to choose between fun(comedy) and romance, take the comedy. Laughing and fun is always a precursor to romance. Not the other way around. When you have kids, the comedy will come in alot handier than romance. Enjoy your life together. It sure started off with a bang! From: Kris King   Aug 8, 2005 3:24 pm Well my goodness...this really takes the cake! Just got back from San diego PES and find out you are an engaged media star!! I am chuckling and tickled by your creativity, commitment and TOTAL SPONTANEITY! Blessings to you both...love you, Kris From: Selena From Lubbock Texas   Aug 6, 2005 12:29 pm I head this story on Kidd Kraddick in the morning show. Just wanted to tell the Bride to be "don't ever let him go. Someone (a guy) that can go through that much planning and preparation is awsome" From: Miss GA mom   Aug 5, 2005 7:52 pm Whoa! You will forever be known now as the "hot couple". Not such a bad thing. Great Job, Todd! I heard about you on Kidd Kraddick in the Morning on 97.3 KISS FM, Savannah, GA. My hubby surprised me on Valentines Day with a heirloom bear that I had been wanting. (His mom made these beautiful stuffed animals and I had been wanting her to make a particular one for me. They were very vintage-looking and something that you would pass on to your children.) He took me out to a nice candle-lit dinner, then while we were waiting on dessert, a girl brought me a package that had a big bow on it. I thought "oh, how sweet, I get a present." I began to open it and inside was the bear I had been wanting. I took it out and looked at him. It was so sweet. Then he said "there's something else there." I said "no, the box is empty sweetie." He said "well it looks like the bear is engaged." I looked at the wrist of the bear and sure enough there was a georgeous 2 carat engagement ring attached with a ribbon. I said, "what is that!?!" Then he got on one knee, untied the ribbon, held the ring, and asked me to become his wife. I cried, oh I cried. But they were happy tears. Actually, I forgot to say "yes" in all the excitement, so the older couple sitting near our table quietly asked, "what's your answer?" I then shouted "YES" and everyone clapped and gave congrats to us. It was very sweet. No fire involved, unless you count the candle on the table... ha ha. :) Since then, we have been married for 8 years and have 2 boys, Landon is 6 and Cohen is 3 months. I wish the two of you the happiness that my husband and I have experienced. Marriage is hard. But it is so rewarding as well. Be good to each other and always remember the way you feel right now. Best wishes! JL From: Jaime   Aug 5, 2005 7:29 pm Just have to say, I think that you are CRAZY! But all in all you both look very happy. Congratulations on your engagement. I wish you all the best. Malissa, keep Todd away from open flames, sweetie. hahahaha From: Heathasaurus Rex   Aug 5, 2005 3:55 pm Cool site, love ya guys!! From: Stephenie Marlowe Oberst from Panama City, FL   Aug 5, 2005 3:26 pm I saw your web site on the Kidd Kraddick in the Morning website. I thought I would tell you about the really awesome way my husband proposed. It starts off by me getting him something for valentines day. My husband is the only parent to two amazing boys. He is all they have, so when I was trying to figure out what to get him for Valentines Day, I had to include them. So I got us four semi-pro hockey tickets for Feb. 28, 2004. Which happened to be my 29th birthday. I gave them the tickets on Valentines Day and they were so excited. Well my husbands company has an office in the same town, and he had a friend over there that was going to get us out on the ice at half time to start a relay race. On your mark, get set, GO! Was what I was going to get to say, into the mic, for the whole arena. Which was sold out for the first time in like ten years. So we put on these safety helmets, and got to the middle of the ice, with a radio station DJ, and all the relay racers, and the DJ tells everyone its my birthday and hands my husband the mic. He then proceeds to get down on one knee and pop the question. I had know idea what was going on, I was so surprised. He had totally set the whole thing up, ahead of time. I never had a clue. Thinking back I can't even remember saying yes, I was so shocked. It was the most amazing thing that has ever happened to me. I love sharing this story!! Oh and congats on your engagement, good luck!!! From: joewella from dallas tx   Aug 5, 2005 12:53 pm That is a great story. Congrats to the both of you. God bless you both and your beautiful marriage to each other. From: Peter Parker   Aug 5, 2005 7:39 am Boy I can't wait to see the wedding....ha! From: simply amazing   Aug 4, 2005 8:53 pm I read the story on kiddlive.com, and that is the first I have heard of this. I hope your marriage is as hot as the proposal. May the flames keep on burning for eternity. God bless both of you and good luck! From: "Napoleon Dynamite"   Aug 4, 2005 7:24 pm "Just listen to your heart...thats what I do" "Pedro offers you his protection" KBYE! "Napoleon" From: Ofie Rodriguez   Aug 4, 2005 7:18 pm 106.1 Kidd Kraddick in the morning Dallas, Tx WOW! AWESOME! He's a keeper! Congratulations! and best wishes to the both of you! From: Kerry Welch   Aug 4, 2005 12:19 pm I heard about it on the morning show on the radio station that I listen to every morning. That is the sweetest proposal i have ever heard of! From: René in TX   Aug 4, 2005 12:16 pm Hi! I heard about the fiery proposal on a local radio station. Congratulations and good luck in your future together! From: Julie Groves   Aug 3, 2005 3:46 pm I saw a clip about your proposal on the Kidd Kraddick In The Morning Website (www.kiddlive.com). I thought that was a neat way to propose, and just wanted to wish ya'll a happy marriage. From: Karen Hanna   Aug 3, 2005 3:11 pm I heard about your story on the Kid Kraddick show in San Antonio, Texas. Wow, what a proposal!!! I want to meet your friend Jud....he is HOT!!!! Can you give him my number? 210-863-6260 cell You are two gorgeous people you know!!! From: Amy   Aug 3, 2005 12:16 pm Hey guys!! Awesome story!! As the years go by, be sure to keep that "fire" for each other alive!! ;) God bless, Amy Sullivan From: AwEsOmE   Aug 3, 2005 11:01 am i heard about you all on Mix 96.1 in San Antonio TX. I just wanted to say CONGRATS to you both you all are so Cute together. Have a fun and happy life together. CONGRATS From: Jess   Aug 3, 2005 10:45 am I am so happy for you both! I just got engaged myself and my fiancee was pretty creative too. I think that it is something you will always remember and something that will be very special to the both of you. Best of wishes to you both! From: David Hopper   Aug 3, 2005 7:22 am I heard about this on KNIN 92.9 in Texas this morning and just had to check it out. Very interesting way of going about it indeed. I hope it all works out for ya'll. Best of luck. From: Todd Clark   Aug 3, 2005 7:17 am That is really cool that you would do that for her. pAUL rEED obviously has never been in love before. When you love someone you will go to the depths of hell with them. That's pretty close to what you did (heat wise anyways). I would do the same for my wife. Marriage isn't always easy trust me but when you get through those hard times and you are still together that is what really counts. Congratulations, I wish you and Malissa the best and a happy life together. From: Marjorie   Aug 3, 2005 7:04 am I heard this on 106.1 Kiss FM this morning and wanted to see for myself. That's pretty crazy. Congrats to you both. From: pAUL rEED   Aug 3, 2005 6:22 am aRE YOU BIPOLAR? YOUR MARRIAGE WILL LAST ABOUT AS LONG AS THAT F****** FIRE DID. From: Connie Croshaw   Aug 2, 2005 10:44 pm Hey Todd and Malissa, WOW! and Congratulations! Todd, your living on the edge must run in the family bloodline. I have been know to do some wild and crazy things myself, as have other relatives of yours. I am sooo happy for you both. I look forward to seeing the two of you soon. Sorry to have missed the live event. Love, "Aunt" Connie From: Gina Firman   Jul 25, 2005 12:56 pm Todd and Malissa, I am overcome with tears of happiness, joy, and gratitude. Happiness and joy for the two of you and gratitude that I have gotten a peek inside an awesome relationship of two of the most wonderful people I know. Much love and blessings to you both. I think of you often............Gina From: Angie Adams   Jul 25, 2005 12:29 pm Holy Toledo!!! I love the site! And the silhouette is totally awesome! This is so fun -- you couldn't have chosen a better, more exciting and memorable way to pop the big question! Have a great day! Angie From: Charlene   Jul 25, 2005 11:13 am I'm so happy for the both of you! Malissa, you have won the heart of a very special guy. And Todd, way to go with such a memorable proposal. She will have a story to tell for years to come. I pray that God will continue to bless your lives as you purpose in your hearts to serve each other within the boundaries of marriage.Congratulations and best wishes to both of you. Fondly, Charlene Simms (Vernon) From: Julie R   Jul 25, 2005 10:51 am 1. Met Todd, read local paper 2. Yes 3. No 4. Malissa is a very lucky lady, and I hope your marriage remains as romantic as the courtship forever. From: Heather   Jul 24, 2005 8:37 pm I was driving down to California listening to Rick Dees and the Weekly Top 40 when he said something like "I'm sure you've all heard about the guy in Oregon who lit himself on fire to propose to his girlfriend.." so you guys can add that to your media coverage file! Congrats! From: Dale Hosley   Jul 24, 2005 11:25 am I’m glad she lights your fire Todd. Congratulations! Dale From: Yale Wong Compass Seattle, WA.   Jul 24, 2005 1:06 am Todd Whether its business or personal. You always know how to make a splash. Hats off to you my good friend, Your proposal tops them all. I am so happy for you. I cant wait to meet Malissa. What will you come up with for the honeymoon? Flame on Dude! Sincerely Yale, Laura and Raquel From: anonymous   Jul 23, 2005 9:45 pm Todd, Hmm, a rather spectacular way you have of getting the lady's attention, along with a whole lot of other folks. I pray your upcoming marriage and life together will be filled with happiness and love. Blessings, Frode From: Mike Swaine   Jul 23, 2005 8:54 pm I was amazed when I read the story in the paper -- especially since I'd seen you just an hour before and you hadn't mentioned setting yourself on fire. But then I thought: If I heard that somebody in Grants Pass had set himself on fire to express his love for his fiancee -- and had come away from it unsinged -- whose name would immediately come to mind? Uh-huh. Congratulations, Torch and Malissa. From: Kelli Pfister (aka - Kelli Hulst)   Jul 22, 2005 5:32 am Congratulations!!! Mom called me lastnight (7/21) to tell me something "amazing". I then received an email from her detailing the story you told her at the salon yesterday. Malissa, I could not be happier for you. I am soooo very glad that you have finally found THE Man, the one who knows how to treat you right! The way you have always deserved to be treated. I have just been all over the web site and am emotional after reading all about your story. I know that feeling and believe me you're in for a very happy and fulfilling life with Todd. Todd is adorable and I can tell from what mom has told me and what I have just read he will take good care of you and Calvin. Congratulations to you all! Know that you are in my thoughts always and even though we are in Georgia now, I think about you all the time and wish you more happiness than ever. Congratulations! Take good care of eachother and always be happy. I will be looking for ya'll on Oprah, Ellen and in our local media. Can't wait! Todd, be good to my friend.. Love her more today then yesterday always. All my love and best wishes, Kelli From: dawn   Jul 20, 2005 8:58 pm Hello Todd and Malissa: Thank you for an interesting experience. May all dreams unfold just the way you've imagined. Life is what you make of it, but you already know that. Todd, whenever I see Richard Branson's never ending smile, I will think of you. Dawn From: leland pestana   Jul 19, 2005 7:14 am unbelieveable, you are crazy man but I always knew you were out of the ordinary. Only you could pull something like that off. Fantastic . Aloha my friend and may you have healthy children. Love and aloha, Leland From: Suzanne (Grannis Calton)   Jul 17, 2005 2:23 pm I couldn't make it to the party, but was thrilled to see this all over the internet. It was even more fun to hear from the people that attended the annual 4th of July party with all the fun details. Some family members called twice to re-tell the story. It was fun that we all got to enjoy this memorable event-- from all the family members to all the internet surfers! Thanks for a great story! the youngest Grannis sister, Suzanne From: The Stuntman   Jul 16, 2005 6:28 pm Todd: The entire set-up , production and execution of this "Stunt Proposal" was based on your faith in others and faith in yourself. May your marriage be blessed with "Faith in Christ". From: Heidi Nielsen   Jul 16, 2005 5:55 pm Todd: Holy Crap! A co-worker of mine said she heard about a proposal like this on the local news (Butte, MT). Then I found out it was you. I have to say, I'm not that surprised -- typical you. Congrats and good luck. Heidi (and Family). From: Jan Harman in Spokane   Jul 15, 2005 3:34 pm the picture and story were awesome!! I love my hubby but I will never get that hot for him!! Congratulations on your engagement. I just heard the story first hand from your mom and dad here...our great home teacher and visiting teacher and friends. Take care now! Best wishes to you both. From: Todd Derek   Jul 15, 2005 3:08 pm This new site is awesome! From: RoseMarie and Ken   Jul 14, 2005 8:53 pm If you are reading this you are a computer nerd! Congratulations! We have been best friends with Malissa for years and she hasn't stop smiling since she met Todd. I can't wait till our vacation next year or your wedding, however you want to look at it! Love US! From: Leah   Jul 14, 2005 6:19 pm I heard this on the radio in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and any guy thats willing to do that will go to deep lengths for you, he's a keeper and good luck to you two From: anonymous   Jul 14, 2005 3:02 pm Yah the soon to be wifey is hot..... Good score bud... From: Julie and Mike   Jul 13, 2005 8:31 pm We've known Malissa since 1999. She's a great gal and we both wish Malissa and Todd all the best in the world! :-) From: Michael Webb   Jul 13, 2005 7:11 am That was a "hot" proposal alright. Michael Webb http://www.proposalstories.com From: Kam   Jul 12, 2005 3:31 pm I now pronounce you man and wife. You may sacrafice your loved one to Pele, the goddess of fire. Hmm, nah. Sounds like too tragic of an ending. :) From: Matt   Jul 12, 2005 2:55 pm Use IRC, the wedding party and Minster just log in and away you go... an internet wedding. From: Nate   Jul 12, 2005 2:53 pm Or perhaps more "in theme" would be on an active volcano! Imagine the background pics! =) From: Nate   Jul 12, 2005 2:38 pm that's what happens when I forget to put str_replace() in the proper spot ;) Congratulation you two!! I don't think I've ever met a happier couple! You guys are great! From: Todd Grannis   Jul 12, 2005 1:49 pm visp.net's CTO, Nathan Miller, quickly wrote this thin bulletin board to share & memorialize your comments. Thanks for helping to make our proposal memorable!
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