Hardscrabble (2006)

Single mom, Alyssa and Brandon, Alyssa's young son, just moved to town. Alyssa and Casey never thought they'd run into one another again since splitting up after being high school sweethearts. Alyssa has a deep secret from Casey while Casey is disappointed to find out Alyssa threw away her college scholarship. Meanwhile, Dave, a photographer, suddenly attempts to be closer friends with Casey in order to find out more about Alyssa. Finally, Harry, Casey's brother, tells Casey he has two choices: grow up or remain the same. But Casey feels cold daggers of emotion from Alyssa's son, Brandon. What's a guy to do when life's plan sneaks up on you?