In Season 7, although Alex has graduated and is ready for college, Gloria is still trying to keep Manny from growing up! Cam’s often on the brink emotionally, and Mitch’s career may be there, too.
In Modern Family's earlier seasons it was refreshing because of its fast pace and witty jokes. Sadly the writing has suffered from the show's long-running success.
The show may have stumbled off of its Emmys throne last weekend, but it's still running on the same formula it's always run on. The family members support each other, even when things get out of hand.