I have been sitting in a mall parking lot for more than three hours now. AAA diagnosed the problem as not the battery, but the starter.

Within moments of posting my problem, I had skoolie peeps calling, texting and messaging. Zach lined up new starter that will be in tomorrow, and he, Ed, Brian and others assured me they can get it installed at the Skoolie Swarm to which I was headed tomorrow.

AAA was not nearly as responsive. The first guys out tested the battery but did NOT arrange for the tow as promised, and two phone calls and three transfers later, I was told someone would call me back. I'm still waiting. They'll sell coverage for a 30' vehicle but they sure can't seem to provide it. And if I have åto repeat my membership number and address one more time I will scream.

While I wait, I am going to try to get a burger delivered ... before the tow truck.

Watch for an update.