Maybe because I be old is why I would say this------every day, another scam by big companies, small companies, individuals----I mean it's bad and getting worse. It's almost AS IF someone announced that the world will end in 10.5 years for sure---so lets get everything we can, any way we can and the hell with pretending morals, the earth itself or anyone other than ME--- mean anything.
It's not your age. I feel the same. It will continue this way until we feel the well being of everyone is necessary for our own individual sense of well being.
I live in a state of constant disgust, myself. It's impossible to buy anything or get any service that isn't insulting. I'm very, very selective about things. Hell, I say if I want it done right I'm doing it myself.
Stay away from dollar stores. Spend your money on good quality products that will last. If it lasts, you're actually saving money.