The Rendille people of Northern Kenya live between the Ndoto 'dream' mountains and the Chalbi desert. They are a peace loving people, and are known by the Maasai as the 'staff bearers of God'. They maintain their ancient customs with little change, and live quietly as camel nomads. The rains have finally arrived after a three year drought, and the Goborre Rendille are preparing for their moon cycle ceremonies. The desert is green and in full bloom, and there is a sudden rebirth and plenty for all. Due to the harsh after effects of the three year drought, there have been three deaths in the Goborre village recently. The deaths have left a profound affect on all the villagers as they come to terms with the cycle of life and death in the desert. We meet Lajili as he prepares the funeral ceremonies for his mother who died a few days ago. His sister Ntarauu, and family members perform ancient and secret funeral rites over the next several days, as they honour their mother's memory.