Kansas City

Jacob and Rachel move to Kansas City to raise their son together. Kansas City, and the city in general, symbolizes a progression of attitudes that Jacob always struggled to adapt to. He felt more comfortable in rural settings.

Arkansas

Jacob was born and raised in rural Arkansas on land that had belonged to his family for generations. He enjoyed fishing and tending the land with his grandfather. When he left his home, he always felt like he had left a piece of himself behind, especially after his brother’s death.

Jacob’s apartment

After Rachel reveals her history of abortions, Jacob leaves and moves into his own apartment. The apartment is dark and depressing, but he is able to keep a small peace lily alive, symbolizing his potential for growth in the future. He often returns to his former house to see his son, but he does...