Sarah is depicted as a strong and independent woman who raises her son Jim on her own. She runs an inn and is shown to be hard-working and resourceful. Despite her busy schedule, Sarah is always there for her son and supports him in his adventures. She is a supportive and loving mother, as well as an all around determined, nurturing figure. She's sweet and earnest, but very protective of those she cares for. As a single mom, she..wouldn't mind someone else around the Benbow Inn.