As I mentioned before all DEC`s are very welcome here in emirates. I joined EK 2,5 years ago and was treaded very warm and very welcome. 99% of all FO`s I was flying with were great guys and they dont blame you. Only a few guys with pyschol problems like LHR Rain are trying to spoil your fun but its ony a few out of 200.
I can recommend EK. Its a great company to work for. I am very happy.