They seem to be writing Kayce (sp?) and Monica and their kid completely out of it. Not sure why. Costner and the lone Grandson had a very close relationship to start, now this orphan that Beth dragged home is garnering his attention. It was much more fun when they were fighting people that were trying to steal their land, kill them or wheeling and dealing with the Native Americans and their casinos on the Rez. More than enough intrigue and bad guys in those situations.
And, frankly, I want more Thomas Rainwater:
I'll bet you're a 'Longmire' fan, too! ;)