This has been an entertaining thread.
But on a serious note, when I bought into C2 it was with the knowledge that things will be updated at a regular pace, and that has been exactly what happened. I trust the priorities that Ashley sets out for the future of C2, and I will continue to do so as he hasn't put a foot wrong so far.
Patience and understanding is something to consider, C2 is a gift that makes making games easy, and it will continue to be updated.