To all that replied, thanks.
Yes, I was whining. Yes, I know there were stranded people that needed help and I have no problem with them getting service before me.
Yes, I could have changed the tire. In fact I did finally change it once it was apparent that no tow truck would be arriving in time to get the van back on the road so my wife could get to work. For the snarky remark about being in bed, I was not being lazy laying in bed. I had to leave work and had to take a half day of vacation to do it.
Please note that the temps at the time were -7. I am not a youngster anymore. I pay Good Sam good money year after year so that they can handle these types of situations for me.