I live in Virginia currently and if you've ever lived in the south you can safely assume that people don't like the idea (they also don't like my lack of a southern accent but that's besides the point) father included if members of your family belittle you like my father does over it I know the feel bro, but when you grow up unpopular anyway you learn how to take rude opinions and move on. I know this is going to sound cliche but don't listen to the haters they cant change you nor can they see what you can be.