thanks to all for your kind words. I was finally able to get some gas today after going around like I was on a witch hunt and being extremely aggressive in my driving
but we made it to Sam's and they were doing a great job of handling the lines and the pumps. I hopped out and renewed my Sam's card and was able to get gas in about 20-30 minutes. so relieved. now, I'm trying to help my friend do the same thing. he's running below half a tank...
thanks again and I'll keep you posted