There are two different and yet kind of the same themes here. One is dealing with what you have to deal with on a daily basis and the consequences of one actions. Bear Rafe's moms boyfriend. Rafe has to deal with him everyday (EVEN ON THE WEEKENDS). Rafe has to deal with him and his annoyances. No matter what Bear will be there until the end of time--that we know of. Another one would be dealing with consequences. After Rafe does countless things to break the rules, he has to deal with all the detentions and the out of school suspensions. Rafe does however cope with all this very well during this book. So read it.. now...