Kenny, a fifteen-year-old momma's boy-he and mom share a special bond. Having no male figure around, all he knows is his mother's love. One day his whole life changes, and he is forced to grow up faster than expected. Kenny is dealt a hand that most adults couldn't handle. With a chip on his shoulder, he is ready for the world. He befriends a city bus driver (Tom), and the two create a bond almost as strong as his bond with his mother-or so he thought. Tom allows Kenny to sleep on the back of the bus all night every night. Months passed and Tom finally agrees to let Kenny move in with him....