I've lived here for all 21 years of my life, and I'm not dead yet, so apparently it's not too bad. What part are you moving to? I live in the western part of the state, where there aren't any large cities (like Louisville or Lexington), but it's nice. The weather is a bit wacky but overall it's pretty. Just don't live way out in the sticks and you'll be fine.
And to add to the topic, I've always been a vodka man, and my favorite drink is the screwdriver (much like rum & coke, very simple to make). Tasty if you do it right and use good ingredients. The orange juice you use matters a lot! Using a cheap, bitter OJ will only add to the bitterness of the vodka. If you can, use something that's very sweet.
As for pulp, I prefer my screwdrivers without it, but I suppose that part is personal preference.
Another good vodka drink I've discovered recently is the bullfrog (also sometimes called a frog in a blender). Take a two-liter of Mountain Dew (or whatever store-brand you prefer, Wal-mart 2L Mountain Lightning is only 50 cents!). Drink the MD down to the label, or a bit further for a stouter drink. Pour in 1 packet of cherry Kool-aid, and top it off with Vodka. Mix gently and become drunk. Delicious.