The house

The house is where the old man and the old woman live together, with a separate barn for their goats. Although they live in a rural area, they are frequently visited by many other farmers and friends, and, after Poonachi gives birth, by traders. The couple has a quiet routine that they live out together, and are frequently in bed by the time the sun sets. Unlike the other goats, Poonachi, especially in her childhood, is allowed to roam through the house basically at will.

The pasture

The pasture is a short walk away from the couple's house, and it is where the old man and many other farmers take their livestock to feed during the day. It is a significant milestone in Poonachi's upbringing when she is taken to graze in the pasture instead of stay at the house with the old woman. The farmers conduct...