Despite my 29 years as an AA FF the latest rounds of devaluations, cancellations of pre 1989 Court agreed to stipulations...using bankruptcy as an excuse...and valid 'expectations' of more to come....
I have begun exploring viable alternatives....
Lo and behold, to my great surprise..

...I received the following message:
"""Dear XXXXX
It appears that you may have multiple Rapid RewardsŪ accounts with past activity. We wanted to make you aware of this so that you can link your accounts and be recognized for all of the points you have earned.
When your accounts are merged, all of your Rapid Rewards Points and/or Credits will reside in one account, making it easy for you to manage your Rapid Rewards activity. It will also ensure that all of your points and credits count toward your reward travel, Award flights, and tier status.
To merge your Rapid Rewards accounts, simply click the link below to access a list of your accounts. Please do not share this link with anyone, as it is personalized for you. From the list, you will select the accounts you would like to merge and validate that the account is yours. You will also have the option to declare that an account is not yours.
Thank you for your continued loyalty and participation in the Rapid Rewards Program.
-Your friends at Rapid Rewards
This is what an American Airline should be....courteous, honorable and honest...^
I realize that some will 'flame' me for this revelation, but so be it !