I feel your pain brother, being from alabama myself. Alabama and Mississippi probably have the worst Reputation than all the other states so i'm almost ashamed to admit where i'm from. Lest i reckon i'm an educated hill billy. However, the hoes down here in these parts are at least friendly. I wouldn't change a thing man, they'll be attracted to you just because you are different. Northern folk have a totally different attitude, style, etc... They'll like it. If worse comes to worse, we got the trailor trash. Spread the liquor around freely my friend and watch what these crazy ass women will do. Don't be surprised it you don't end up with a few claiming they can out drink you though. These will be the ones with tobacco in there mouths.