Looking for a Place to be

[Robert54]

Hi All......My names Robert and I've been lurking for some time and decided to introduce myself. Looking to begin a liveaboard life in the next year probably on a catamaran....I'm new to big boat sailing but have been sailing dingies for many years....recently completed my first ever sailing lessons on SF Bay here in California....most of my sailing has been on high mountain lakes so this salt water stuff is new to me...my first question to the more 'seasoned' members is what is the best way to make the transition to small boat day sailing on weekends to big boat live aboard status? I know, big question but I guess I just want to hear how some of you did it.....I've been studying this for the last several years and reading everything I can get my hands on....attended several seminars and now real lessons!!! Considering a class with the Neals....anyone done that? Thanks for reading and any replies in advance......Robert