I think everyone needs to take a breather and tell themselves that THIS IS JUST A GAME AND TO NOT TAKE IT SO SERIOUSLY. If you miss an item, so what? It's okay to miss an item here or there, it won't make or break your life (hopefully). Don't stress yourself out over something that's suppose to be fun and enjoyable. This game is just a game, it should not be in your top 5 priorities, it should just be a place for you to come and have some R&R time.
On a side note, I enjoy how the items are released, it gives me something to look forward to on here at then end of each week and it gives me a goal to work towards. I think buying items would be nicer and go more smoothly for everyone if the games generated a little more credits or more levels were added (specifically towards JC).