Actually, that was a much better description.
it sounds to me like it's your clutch switch. Next time it "does nothing", make sure it's in neutral, and while holding the key in the start position, pump the clutch pedal rapidly, even side-stepping it if necessary, and see if it starts to catch at all. If it does, the problem is with the clutch switch, and it either needs to be adjusted or replaced (more than likely replaced).
Take care,
~Chris
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