What Happened to Bud?

At the end of chapter 14 Bud does something that is out of character for himself.  What does he do?

Why does this happen to Bud?  What can you infer?  I am looking for specific evidence from the chapter to support your inference.  Cite something directly from the text and explain your citation.

Lefty Lewis

Why does Lefty Lewis decide to pick up Bud as he's walking along the side of the road in Owosso, Michigan?  What can you infer about Owosso?  Explain your inference.

Bud's Momma

What is the most interesting thing you have read so far about Bud's momma?  What can you infer about her? 

Bud's momma says, "No matter how bad things look to you, no matter how dark the night, when one door closes, don't worry, because another door opens".  What does she mean by this statement?

Bud Caldwell's Rules and Things For Having a Funner Life and Making a Better Liar Out Of Yourself

Bud makes a list of rules that he uses in his life.  Which rules do you think are accurate and which ones do you think are foolish?  Create a rule that would be useful in your life.