Lion Server upgrade for Snow Leopard Server

I can't seem to get the App Store to sell me Lion Server for my Snow Leopard Server.  I'm trying to remain positive about this but I'm getting really ****** that money isn't enough to make this happen.  My experiencewith the App Store and Apple policies in general is its almost time to dump OS X and head back to Open Source. 
So, what's the secret?  I put money in my iTunes account.  I've done the 15 logins it takes to satisfy AppleID my account is complete and up-to-date in the store and the Support Communities.  How do I buy the software and actually download and install it?
Thanks

Upgrading Snow Leopard Server to Lion and then adding Lion Server is the ONLY way to go, There is no other way to install Lion Server.
http://www.apple.com/macosx/server/how-to-buy/

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