So sorry, but game too slow

As much as I have enjoyed all the Settlers games, I'm afraid this online version is just a bit too slow for me. It seems like I have been on Newfoundland forever and I haven't defeated all the easy enemy camps yet and still have a few more levels to go before I can move on to another adventure. The only way I can keep my resources high is to keep spending real cash and I've now spent all I can afford to on this game. I wish everyone well with their adventures. I do miss the little settlers walking the roads, from flag to flag, with the produce.