In response to my own post, I found some condensation in the distributor cap and dried it out. Thus, I fixed my rough idle problem. Thanks a lot monsoon. I believe the water inside caused an arc (and thus a misfire) which created the lovely chugging effects that have accompanied my commute the past few days.
Other problems still stand, however, and no air conditioning in a dark car with leather seats in 118 degree weather es no bueno. I've had it charged and tested over and over again, with no results. The lines seem to be fine, and the compressor seems to be fine. The compressor seals, however, may be going bad, but according to my genious mechanic, that is not what is causing my problem.
Now before anyone goes saying, "get a different mechanic", I have an extremely tight schedule because I work two jobs, and go to school, and I only have one car, so this guy (who is close to my house and usually opened very late) is the only prcatical option I have.
I would greatly appriciate any help you can offer. Thanks again!