That there will always be ups and down in life and you should look for a job you can handle and try your best to make money in the future and live a happy life
Answer:
Ponyboy feels bad because he knows that he knows he'll probably be sent away-- or what Darry and Soda refer it to as: "The Boys Home"
(I hope this helps! I actually read The Outsiders last year; it was great!)
