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

[@shannalikehannah4185]

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.

[@dronamite5708]

As a person who has lived here for over 30 yrs, this is the truth.

[@Brushedbymorgan]

Thank you for taking the time to make this !

[@neildickson5394]

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]

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]

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?

[@cauthoncrazy]

This is the kind of insight that is very helpful!! Thank you!

[@TheKellyWay]

You are very welcome!

[@latoshiaguffin6594]

Thank You I’m moving there next week for a job.

[@TheKellyWay]

Good luck with everything. Its really a cool city. My husband and I were just saying how we want to visit soon.

[@seanmullaney5445]

My wife and i are considering Kentucky from Massachusetts(very similar transition) thanks for the insight

[@WeepingWillow422]

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.

[@totonow6955]

Love your opening. You are so right about the driving. OMG.

[@TheKellyWay]

Thank you! It's terrible here! Lol

[@gloryredbird9930]

Thank you this was VERY helpful. I have been wanting a safe , beautiful places to grow as a family 💚🌸

[@TheKellyWay]

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.

[@mp0109]

very helpful! planning on making the move from boston to lexington in the spring

[@TheKellyWay]

Glad at can help!!!!! How's the apartment search? Might do a video on good places to live

[@mp0109]

@@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]

@@mp0109 gotcha. Im not sure about houses but I do know that people here LOVE dogs. These a damn pet store every block! Lol

[@traviscantrell9361]

Thank y’all for this vid!! So helpful

[@TheKellyWay]

You're welcome. 😊

[@heatherenglish6060]

Y'all are too cute!!!!! Love the personality you put into this 💗💗💗

[@TheKellyWay]

Awwwww. Thank You So Much! ❤

[@erikaharris3517]

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]

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]

​​@@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

[@pamelamcfadden337]

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.

[@RudolphManor]

Kentucky Is A Beautiful Place. 💯

[@marilingriffy2142]

Great video. Answered some questions hoping to bring our business to the state how is the mall do you visit often.

[@TheKellyWay]

Thank you. What's your business? The mall was nice. Nothing major but it was nice.

[@marilingriffy2142]

We have a social event space.

[@shauntelmorton9682]

Lexington Kentucky only has one mall. Fayette Mall.

[@OmniDesarai]

Hey guys! new subbie! Im coming from Boston! ayyyye! east coast in the building LOL

[@TheKellyWay]

Oh hey!!!!! East Coast baby! Lol. Thank you so much for the sub.

[@laurie6123]

Nice job..thanks!

[@shauntelmorton9682]

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]

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!

[@mlw6988]

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.

[@Dave-zl2ky]

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]

Oh cool. Where in CT did you come from? Im from Bridgeport.

[@Dave-zl2ky]

@@TheKellyWay A Hartford suburb for many years and then Hamden and Cheshire. My daughter and son-in-law lived in Bridgeport for a while.

[@gloryredbird9930]

I would love to see some bomb ass Jamaican recipes up on this channel 🔥

[@TheKellyWay]

Ill leave that to my grandmother. Lol

[@kspeights29]

Where is the $600 apartments? I’m moving soon to Lexington

[@TheKellyWay]

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. [e-mail]

[@jasoncollado9043]

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]

@@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]

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]

Thank you for sharing ☺️ #kentuckygirl I bet Connecticut is awesome!

[@JehovahJireh-jA]

Any Nigerian shops?

[@erikaharris3517]

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]

We cant speak on the university because we never went to the school, but its a big sports town.

[@carmenmcpherson6514]

Loved this ...but pray tell Y did you all move...❤💯👍🙏😊

[@TheKellyWay]

We moved for the same reason everyone does; a fresh start

[@JUSAGUYNKY]

Welcome to Sexy Lexi y’all!! Wish you all the best!!

[@dronamite5708]

14.5 is better than what it was!

[@samuelnaomi1]

Where is K?

[@TheKellyWay]

Lol. Asleep

[@laurie6123]

Maybe they drive with the same laid back attitude they live life..in the slow lane and all lanes are slow!

[@Maposawamambo8227]

Did you force him to make this video? Bearly participating, almost sluggish lol

[@TheKellyWay]

Nope. That's just him.

[@gigwgt]

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]

Since you were little?! Oh gosh!

[@dronamite5708]

That Children’s Museum does need a revamp!

[@shannalikehannah4185]

Also Micth McConnell has done nothing for Ky and lots of us can't wait for his time in politics to end.

[@crowlimite]

Stop voting for him is a start, if you don't tell your friends to vote him and Rand Paul out,

[@shannalikehannah4185]

@@crowlimite I have never voted for him neither has my family or friends unfortunately lots of old people who refuse to change still do

[@kevinpage2730]

So you folks like 2 things about the area and dislike 20 others? Why stay?

[@TheKellyWay]

We actually left.

[@Noone-po3pr]

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]

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]

Racist as well in my opinion.