Pros and Cons of Living in Lexington, KY | Moving from the North to South

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The Kelly Way

The Kelly Way

Күн бұрын

As new residents of Lexington, we wanted to share the pros and cons of living here. We compare Connecticut to here so that you can weigh the differences, if you plan on living in Lexington.

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@shannalikehannah4185
@shannalikehannah4185 2 жыл бұрын
We'd like to have Jamaican food here too as well as many other types of food. Honestly the more people that move here or to outside of Lexington the more things will progress hopefully. The biggest thing is lots of people in Ky want change and as the older generation fades out the more I think there's a chance for growth.
@biancaarboleda8996
@biancaarboleda8996 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this was helpful! I’m moving there for work, sight unseen, and the honest perspective helps.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome! 😊
@neildickson5394
@neildickson5394 2 жыл бұрын
I can relate. Moved from Boston to Lexington in 1988. Still here! At least in Lexington, people don't pull left in front of you at a light like New England, they do what their supposed to, wait for the traffic to pass. Lexington is the 60th largest city in the US. And, Oklahoma is also on that long list of "Poorest States". Diversity is coming along, thankfully. Shopping is almost Nirvana, so much variety. No place can compare to NYC.
@DB-sy6xc
@DB-sy6xc 2 жыл бұрын
Why would they pull left? What are they trying to do? Sorry I’m confused lol. I know people turn right on red but what do you mean about left?
@DB-sy6xc
@DB-sy6xc 2 жыл бұрын
Why would they pull left? What are they trying to do? Sorry I’m confused lol. I know people turn right on red but what do you mean about left?
@latoshiaguffin6594
@latoshiaguffin6594 2 жыл бұрын
Thank You I’m moving there next week for a job.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck with everything. Its really a cool city. My husband and I were just saying how we want to visit soon.
@dronamite5708
@dronamite5708 2 жыл бұрын
As a person who has lived here for over 30 yrs, this is the truth.
@seanmullaney5445
@seanmullaney5445 2 жыл бұрын
My wife and i are considering Kentucky from Massachusetts(very similar transition) thanks for the insight
@cauthoncrazy
@cauthoncrazy 3 жыл бұрын
This is the kind of insight that is very helpful!! Thank you!
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
@Brushedbymorgan
@Brushedbymorgan Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to make this !
@WeepingWillow422
@WeepingWillow422 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. I'm actually in Connecticut myself but for several reasons I am looking to go farther south (not ALL the way south, though, I want to be somewhere where there are still seasons). I eventually want to be in Tennessee, but I may have to sort of work my way down there and it seems like Kentucky might be a place to set up residence for a while until I can make things work in Tennessee. The information given here really helps. I'm not from Bridgeport but I'm in Hartford county.
@mp0109
@mp0109 3 жыл бұрын
very helpful! planning on making the move from boston to lexington in the spring
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Glad at can help!!!!! How's the apartment search? Might do a video on good places to live
@mp0109
@mp0109 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheKellyWay thinking about finding a house to rent with a fenced back yard. moving with my 80 lb dog makes apartments a little more difficult!
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
@@mp0109 gotcha. Im not sure about houses but I do know that people here LOVE dogs. These a damn pet store every block! Lol
@pamelamcfadden337
@pamelamcfadden337 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to Lexington We have several colleges here and that adds to the traffic problems. We are the 28th largest city in America so slightly more than 2 people..lol. over 325, 000 thousand to be exact. I lived many years in New England and have to say we are much friendlier down here.
@totonow6955
@totonow6955 3 жыл бұрын
Love your opening. You are so right about the driving. OMG.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It's terrible here! Lol
@gloryredbird9930
@gloryredbird9930 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you this was VERY helpful. I have been wanting a safe , beautiful places to grow as a family 💚🌸
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! If you value culture, especially the Jamaican culture Lexington is not the place. There are some African/Caribbean stores but not exclusively Jamaican.
@heatherenglish6060
@heatherenglish6060 3 жыл бұрын
Y'all are too cute!!!!! Love the personality you put into this 💗💗💗
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Awwwww. Thank You So Much! ❤
@traviscantrell9361
@traviscantrell9361 3 жыл бұрын
Thank y’all for this vid!! So helpful
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome. 😊
@erikaharris3517
@erikaharris3517 Жыл бұрын
Also, guys what about the University of Kentucky? I have heard good and bad things about the college. In regarding jobs Kentucky is good ole boy country. My grandfather was raised there. He hated Kentucky. When you are an east coaster you should always go to the college and apply for work. The college is more diverse usually. You really have to be a born and bred southerner and be into the in crowd the money to get ahead there.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay Жыл бұрын
We cant speak on the university because we never went to the school, but its a big sports town.
@RudolphManor
@RudolphManor 2 жыл бұрын
Kentucky Is A Beautiful Place. 💯
@shauntelmorton9682
@shauntelmorton9682 2 жыл бұрын
I’m from Lexington Kentucky and honestly what you said is correct. There are very little amount of jobs and they honestly don’t pay much. I’ve been working since I was 14 years old and left due to lack of jobs and pay. Although now in Nashville I do miss the cost of rent in Lexington however for a single mom on the income and not able to get assistance because you don’t have enough children or you make too much before taxes so you can’t qualify for government assistance. Life in Lexington is hard if your from there. It’s honestly a retirement town.
@Rachel-ow6ij
@Rachel-ow6ij 2 жыл бұрын
I’m also from Lexington and it interests me where you say there are little jobs. My partner got a job 2 months out of college and my friends never go more than a couple of weeks without a job if they’re quitting theirs. I do think they could pay more for sure. I do think Lexington is great for retirement, but I’m in my 20s and find it to have a very good quality of life. But that goes to show you that everyone’s needs and perspectives are different!
@Dave-zl2ky
@Dave-zl2ky 3 жыл бұрын
I came from CT to here as well. I still miss "real pizza". A good analysis. I am white but certainly, notice less diversity. We have been here ten years now.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Oh cool. Where in CT did you come from? Im from Bridgeport.
@Dave-zl2ky
@Dave-zl2ky 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheKellyWay A Hartford suburb for many years and then Hamden and Cheshire. My daughter and son-in-law lived in Bridgeport for a while.
@mlw6988
@mlw6988 3 жыл бұрын
I have a lot of family in Bridgeport, CT (Geyer/ Mendes family) I grew up in Lex. I lived in the Bell Court area, behind masterson station, on maxwell and Tates creek area. I really enjoyed living on Maxwell in my 20’s. I say it’s what you make of it...there’s much more to do there now. I loved attending Lexington Healing Arts Academy, the downtown nightlife... However, I don’t think I would want to live there again. I do prefer it over Louisville though.
@marilingriffy2142
@marilingriffy2142 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Answered some questions hoping to bring our business to the state how is the mall do you visit often.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. What's your business? The mall was nice. Nothing major but it was nice.
@marilingriffy2142
@marilingriffy2142 2 жыл бұрын
We have a social event space.
@shauntelmorton9682
@shauntelmorton9682 2 жыл бұрын
Lexington Kentucky only has one mall. Fayette Mall.
@OmniDesarai
@OmniDesarai 3 жыл бұрын
Hey guys! new subbie! Im coming from Boston! ayyyye! east coast in the building LOL
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Oh hey!!!!! East Coast baby! Lol. Thank you so much for the sub.
@laurie6123
@laurie6123 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job..thanks!
@erikaharris3517
@erikaharris3517 Жыл бұрын
Is there a culture shock? You guys are from the East Coast. How is the shopping, and culture of Kentucky? Are the locals friendly
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay Жыл бұрын
Not much of a culture shock. Its not as busy as where were from. There isnt much cuktural experince in Lexington, but you can find some arpund town and the food is really good. I was shocked how nice everyone was as well.
@insanebeatjunkie
@insanebeatjunkie 3 ай бұрын
​​@@TheKellyWayit dont look like a city that has certain things like thrift stores, junkyards, food pantries in case you on hard times...public transportation that runs all day..im judging off other videos I seen
@kspeights29
@kspeights29 3 жыл бұрын
Where is the $600 apartments? I’m moving soon to Lexington
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
If you're looking for one bedrooms there are tons. It all depends on the area. If you need help as to where the good ones are you can email me. Thekellyway17@gmail.com
@jasoncollado9043
@jasoncollado9043 3 жыл бұрын
We have a child almost 4 from SF Bay Area we love Jaimacan, Ethiopian, and Thai food - where should we live? I'll will be reaching out too
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
@@jasoncollado9043 If you're interested in foods like that Lexington isnt the place. Places that have that are around major cities. ATL is great for that, CT, Florida. All depends on your budget. Lexington has a lot Mexican food and American. That's it. Lol
@crowlimite
@crowlimite 2 жыл бұрын
In the hood the apartment complex called the Horse shoe is a great place, it's just off Georgetown street. one and two bedrooms. walking distance to wine shops, a nice park called Douglas Park.
@vittlesandvibesasmr
@vittlesandvibesasmr 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing ☺️ #kentuckygirl I bet Connecticut is awesome!
@84sashafierce
@84sashafierce Жыл бұрын
Any Nigerian shops?
@carmenmcpherson6514
@carmenmcpherson6514 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this ...but pray tell Y did you all move...❤💯👍🙏😊
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
We moved for the same reason everyone does; a fresh start
@gloryredbird9930
@gloryredbird9930 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see some bomb ass Jamaican recipes up on this channel 🔥
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 2 жыл бұрын
Ill leave that to my grandmother. Lol
@samuelnaomi1
@samuelnaomi1 3 жыл бұрын
Where is K?
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Lol. Asleep
@laurie6123
@laurie6123 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe they drive with the same laid back attitude they live life..in the slow lane and all lanes are slow!
@dronamite5708
@dronamite5708 2 жыл бұрын
14.5 is better than what it was!
@JUSAGUYNKY
@JUSAGUYNKY 3 жыл бұрын
Welcome to Sexy Lexi y’all!! Wish you all the best!!
@Maposawamambo8227
@Maposawamambo8227 2 жыл бұрын
Did you force him to make this video? Bearly participating, almost sluggish lol
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 2 жыл бұрын
Nope. That's just him.
@gigwgt
@gigwgt 3 жыл бұрын
Lexington is a basketball town; the children’s museum has been the same since I was little. If it’s not basketball it doesn’t matter.
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 3 жыл бұрын
Since you were little?! Oh gosh!
@dronamite5708
@dronamite5708 2 жыл бұрын
That Children’s Museum does need a revamp!
@kevinpage2730
@kevinpage2730 2 жыл бұрын
So you folks like 2 things about the area and dislike 20 others? Why stay?
@TheKellyWay
@TheKellyWay 2 жыл бұрын
We actually left.
@shannalikehannah4185
@shannalikehannah4185 2 жыл бұрын
Also Micth McConnell has done nothing for Ky and lots of us can't wait for his time in politics to end.
@crowlimite
@crowlimite 2 жыл бұрын
Stop voting for him is a start, if you don't tell your friends to vote him and Rand Paul out,
@shannalikehannah4185
@shannalikehannah4185 2 жыл бұрын
@@crowlimite I have never voted for him neither has my family or friends unfortunately lots of old people who refuse to change still do
@Noone-po3pr
@Noone-po3pr 3 жыл бұрын
If you like horses college basketball and country music, Lexington KY is the place for you. If not, run the other way. The people in this town are nuts!
@Rachel-ow6ij
@Rachel-ow6ij 2 жыл бұрын
As someone who was born and raised in Lexington, KY, I have to say that I disagree. Me and my partner don’t like any of those things. As a person (and as a part of a couple) in their 20s, I think Lexington is incredibly affordable, has plenty of jobs, educational opportunities, good schools, generally incredibly friendly people, great amenities, beautiful scenery, and many of the benefits and amenities of a bigger city with all the best parts of living in a smaller city. We are college graduates and my partner was employed in a logistics firm a couple of months straight out of college. I am heading toward the medical field, which is very fruitful here. The only things I agree with are the lack of ethnic diversity and wishing there were more things like aquariums and zoos. Lexington in my lifetime has continued to become more and more diverse and I really hope that trend keeps steady. I also think as we continue to grow, we do have the space for more family activities and I would love our own aquarium and/or zoo!
@crowlimite
@crowlimite 2 жыл бұрын
Racist as well in my opinion.
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