Hi Scott,
Welcome to Charlie Tango.
I'm sure you'll pick up the ropes with your SSB radio adventures and although we don't always have someone personally to hand offering guidance there's places like this here Charlie Tango with enthusiastic as well as helpful members. So if you have any questions fire away on the forum as I'm sure there'll be many willing to assist.
With that, a recognisable call sign usually comes in handy especially for any SSB DX opportunities...
I am delighted to allocate you 26-CT-4862 may you have good luck with it.
All the best,
Victor
CT Admin.