Who is Jake from Like Jake and Me and what is their importance?

Jake is Alex's stepfather. Jake was once a rodeo cowboy and he has a belt buckles that suggests he once won a major competition in his chosen event. Now Jake is a father and husband, anxiously awaiting the delivery of twin babies. Jake is a tough guy who can split wood easily and seems to have nothing in common with his stepson. In fact, Jake is concerned about his stepson's safety and will not allow him to help with the splitting of wood.