Well but there is a slight, yet humongous difference between time restricted grind, and free form grind.

I strongly dislike timed events in games (like - You have 5 minutes, drive this guy from one side of the map to the other). In this case its "collect massive amount of crap in 2 weeks".

I would not mind the grind if the restrictions of event completition would be set lower thus alleviating part of the stress and frustration that goes along with completing it. I play this to enjoy a relaxing time watching cute anime girls smash some bugs, not to cry blood and sweat, hoping I make in time for the deadline. I have plenty of that crap at work. *shrugs shoulders*