This will probably be the last big stretch of time off for the next 20 years so enjoy the heck out of UAL's incompetence! However... I urge you all to stay in the books. I've done a few OE's where guys have a long break between starting and completing, and the rust builds up quickly. There is a maximum number of hours you need to complete OE within, and it's not a number you want to exceed. Just chair flying the profiles and thinking about what you are going to do when is valuable. Welcome to UAL!! We are all darned glad to have you!!!