Apple ID says my gmail account is already in use, but I didn't set it up?

I haven't used my Apple ID since I last had an iPhone over 2 years ago. Yesterday when I ordered my iPhone 6 I decided I wanted to create a new Apple ID, because I no longer use the email that I used to use. (I understand I can't merge the two accounts).  However, I went to create my account and it said my email wasn't available. So I went out and just thought I would go and "reset" my password. However, I have yet to receive any email from Apple. My thinking is either the availability is incorrect or I just need the email to send.

bsans10 wrote:
I haven't used my Apple ID since I last had an iPhone over 2 years ago. Yesterday when I ordered my iPhone 6 I decided I wanted to create a new Apple ID, because I no longer use the email that I used to use.
Simply update your old AppleID.
-> Change your Apple ID

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