August 23, 1968
by Janine Stephenson
WE ARE HERE! How exciting is this? Ron told us to go to the reception desk at the Conrad Hilton to get our room assignments. So as soon as we made it into town, Becca and I jumped out of the Galaxie and ran into the reception area.
I can't even begin to tell you how gorgeous the hotel is. There are chandeliers in the reception area and spiffy men in uniforms that open the front door for you. They look like toy soldiers. Such a fancy place, and we're going to be staying in it! The campaign gave Becca and I a room overlooking the street. Across the street is a park with a bunch of hippies milling about.
From the window to the hotel, we could see that Craig was impatiently waiting for us. So we ran back downstairs and into the car. A Chicago staffer offered to park Craig's car at his house. That way, no one will break into it during the week. Even though Craig tells us not to worry about security, I think he just wants to be sure that his car won't be damaged in a riot. The staffer will drive us back to the Conrad.
I wonder what this week will be like. I can't wait to find out!
