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7 Of The Happiest Hippy Places In Lexington, Kentucky

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Shannon Whitmer

Jan 16, 2018

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7 Of The Happiest Hippy Places In Lexington, Kentucky

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The south isn't all preppy shops, fried chicken restaurants, and waffle houses (not that there's anything wrong with those places!) And in Lexington, there are many "hippy" type stores that seem like something you'd find in Portland, Oregon, but with a little bit of a Kentucky twist. Put on your tie-dye t-shirt and Chacos and check out these happy hippy places in Lexington!

1. High on Art and Coffee

What can you get there?

Coffee, snacks, gifts, jewelry, soaps, t-shirts, greeting cards, and much more!

Why's it great?

The owners are so friendly! I went in here ONE TIME my first semester freshman year and didn't go again until months later and the owners remembered me! Plus, all the artists are local!

Where is it?

523 East High Street

2. Bleed Blue Tattoo

What can you get there?

Tattoos, piercings, and body jewelry.

Why's it great?

A uniquely Kentucky tattoo parlor with extremely talented artists who have diverse art styles.

Where is it?

527 South Upper Street

3. Squecial Media

What can you get there?

Gifts, incense, calendars, books, curtains, and more!

Why's it great?

You can find something for everyone! Extremely cute, unique, and quirky gifts. It's been open for 45 years!

Where is it?

371 South Limestone

4. Michler's Florist

What can you get there?

Flowers, plants, and a lovely lunch outside!

Why's it great?

Beautiful flowers and plants, a labyrinth of greenhouses and gardens and a restaurant (Kentucky Native Cafe) open seasonally.

Where is it?

417 East Maxwell Street

5. Gluten Free Miracles

What can you get there?

Gluten-free baked goods and bread!

Why's it great?

Unlike a lot of "gluten-free" places that cater to people who make a dietary choice to be gluten-free instead of those with Celiac (leading to cross-contamination and a dangerous situation for people who will get sick if they eat gluten), this place is 100% gluten-free and totally safe for people with Celiac disease!

Where is it?

145 Burt Road

6. Third Street Stuff & Coffee

What can you get there?

Artsy gifts, coffee, pastries, and snacks.

Why's it great?

The unique decor will make you feel like you're in wonderland!

Where is it?

257 North Limestone #1

7. North Lime Coffee and Donuts

What can you get there?

Coffee and donuts (duh).

Why's it great?

Extremely unique and inventive donuts!

Where is it?

575 North Limestone

(Other location

3101 Clays Mill Road #300a

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

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All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

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15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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