That's correct, until the blockchain frees up.  Then it will sync.  By my calculation, we'll hit the 340,000th block within the next 8 hours or so.  I have no idea what happens if the blockchain is still blocked.

I have a question for one more knowledgeable than I.  Between family and work, I don't spend a lot of time here.  I had been away for a month and just happened to catch this mandatory update. My question. Is a paper wallet immune to these updates? Can I just pack them away for a year or two and be able to import them into any future new wallet?  I wouldn't have to worry about keeping track of updates.  Thank you in advance for any information.