In Rosewood, everyone was familiar with one another, and Jacob found a deep sense of comfort in the predictable routines of his life. He took satisfaction from his work repairing cars and enjoyed the easy conversations with the friendly people who gathered at the local diner.
To outsiders, his life might have seemed simple or modest, but for Jacob, it was exactly what he wanted and needed. After a particularly tough week filled with challenging repairs and long hours spent in the garage, Jacob felt he needed a break from his everyday environment.