A partner for Jim?

Want to know what you guys would think about retiring the Monk into a partnership with Jim the Ogre (thus letting her keep gaining levels equal to the group). 

It would eliminate some confusion and let Todd's main character stand out more.  As it is now, I just feel like Todd gets extra rolls, (make a perception check...ok Todd made it with two characters).  I haven't really noticed any roleplaying or difference in characterization in everyone's interactions. 

The other benefit to this would be the party having a trusted member keeping an eye on the homefront, that member would always only be a "Gorby" away if you needed help and could be called on if you expected a particularly difficult encounter or if someone extra showed up for a Sunday session.

Let me know your thoughts.

Jandri Rufano Human Monk.