I really am disappointed about how I am being treated. Now I understand why so many people have left this state and why busineses don't want to do business here. You have to be a crook or an asshole to survive here.
Hey! first, we don't invite businesses here, and second, this is the internet. This is one of the better sites with respect to manners. And on your first day, you are a Free Republic Expert? Listen, there are many here trying to give you advice, and I started out defending you, but you'd better grow thicker skin.
I understand that's where you are from, and it's difficult to start over, but this is probably a sign to move on to a better place.
I lived in Mississippi when I was in the Air Force (two years), but I wouldn't stay there permanently. Move up North...OHIO!!!! : ) That's where I live, we don't get hurricanes up here! Stay strong!