Patch Workaholic Seeks English Charmer

If I were a guy, I would totally date Patch Reporter Kristi Kellogg—and not just because she told me that my articles need very little editing. She was as cute and sweet as they come and on top of that, she seemed to have a tight grasp on her work, love life and ethics. Last week, Kristi interviewed me (see ridiculously-posed ), so I felt like it was only fair that she return the favor. I was surprised at how gracious she was in accepting my offer—it was getting her to talk that turned out to be the real problem. 

Name:

Age: 25 

Occupation: Patch Reporter

Current Location: in Montrose

Relationship Status: Single

Interested In: A Hugh Grant-type sans prostitute 

Any serious relationships?

One.

Can we talk about it?

Well, it depends.

What does it depend on?

Well, I don’t know what you’re going to ask.

How long was this mysterious relationship?

Three years.

Were you in love?

Yes.

Are you glad it’s over?

(no response)

Was it in L.A?

No.

Are you looking to get married someday?

If I love somebody.

That would be beneficial to the relationship. Do you want ?

Maybe.

I like the one-word answers. Clearly, you are used to being the one doing the interviewing.

Oh! I should be more helpful, huh?

That’d be super.

Ok. 

What three qualities do you look for in a person?

, intelligence and charm.

Thank you for three words. What if he were too charming with other women?

I’m not threatened.

I like that! What Patch sites do you write for?

Let's see ... primarily Eagle Rock, Montrose, La Canada-Flintridge, Arcadia, Altadena, South Pasadena, and San Marino.

So, you don’t have time to date! 

Not really. I mean boys try to date me, but—

I like that you said boys. That was cute.

Men. Yeah, I don’t have a lot of time. I am very focused. 

Clearly … are you a workaholic? 

Yes.

Don’t take too long in answering that! Does that mean you’re avoiding something emotionally in your life?

I’m just very driven.

Got it. Do you have a favorite Montrose spot?

I like doing my work at here. 

Where did you study?

I got my BA at Cal State Channel Islands and my MA at Cal State Northridge.

Who is your celebrity crush?

Can I think for a second?

Knock yourself out. 

Oh! Hugh Grant.

Really? 

Yes. Did you know that Hugh Grant has a degree in English? 

I did not.

I love him. He is so cute.

Did you stick by lover boy when he nearly ruined his reputation with that prostitute? 

I just don’t think about that.

Do you block that part out?

Yeah.

You grew up in Ventura, is that right?

Yes.

Besides reporting for every Patch in the greater Southern California area, what other interests do you have?

I dance, a lot. I used to perform and compete  across Los Angeles. I do jazz, ballroom and Latin dance.

How long have you been dancing?

Five years. I still go out to dance or take classes as much as I can.

Do you have any advice for other singles out there in Patch Land? 

Just to be happy no matter what you do, single or as part of a pair.

You seem like you could break a lot of hearts along the way.

People might say that.

And I did.

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