From Survival to Earthship

Linda May’s Earthship dream develops from an imagined retirement into a concrete, if uncertain, project.

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A House Beyond Bills

A House Beyond Bills A different retirement dream Instead of a conventional home, Linda May imagines an Earthship made from reused materials and designed to provide its own utilities. The idea speaks to both creativity and security. The financial obstacle Her income and rent leave little room to save. The Earthship becomes a long-range goal that demands a cheaper way to live while she continues earning.

A Parcel in Arizona

A Parcel in Arizona A small down payment Linda May finds five inexpensive acres near Douglas, Arizona, and agrees to pay in installments. She buys the land without first seeing it in person. Testing the vision A later remote tour lets her inspect the soil, access road, and arroyo. The visit reassures her that the parcel could support a building project, while underscoring the remoteness involved.

Breaking Ground Planned

Breaking Ground Planned Preparation takes shape Back at the property, Linda May plans to clear an access road and a construction area. She considers water delivery, grading rules, and the need for a greenhouse. Hope remains provisional Friends offer labor, and an excavator is booked. The plan has reached its most concrete stage yet, but the house itself remains unfinished and dependent on health, money, and sustained help.

Before 2012

After the 2016 Rubber Tramp Rendezvous

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