***Uh oh – looks like we like we hit capacity on this post with over 10,000 comments! But this giveaway is closed anyways, so I guess it’s okay.***
It’s no secret that we love West Elm (we own two daybeds and a desk among other things from their store). So let’s just say that we’ll be mighty jealous of the person who wins this week’s FIVE HUNDRED DOLLAR gift card there (four year blogiversaries are for big prizes, after all). And not that you asked, but if you need any help picking out what to buy – might we suggest some of these lurvely items below (Sherry had trouble picking just six things, so we added an extra row and went with nine):
Not only is West Elm helping us celebrate four years of blogging, they’re also celebrating the launch of their new blog Front & Main (named for the Brooklyn street corner where their original brick-and-mortar store sits). Front & Main actually officially launches next week, but they’re giving all of us a sneak peek today. Oh and if you scroll down a bit while you’re there, you might recognize some familiar faces…
- PRIZE: A $500 gift card to West Elm (!!)
- TO ENTER: Comment on THIS OTHER POST with the words “WEST ME” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …since we’re celebrating starting our blog four years ago, tell us how your world is different than it was in 2007. Do you live in a new place? Have a new job? Are you in a new relationship? Or maybe you just have a new hairdo or tattoo?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, September 21st at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: The 50 United States (although we do try to wrangle as many international giveaways as possible)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winner. Good luck…
Note: We weren’t paid or perked for hosting this giveaway, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of West Elm.
Jill says
West Me! Please! :) My life is certainly different since 2007. I moved to North Carolina, bought a house, sold a house, bought a new house, was adopted by two boston terriers, got engaged and got married. Phew!!
Alexa says
West me! Since 2007, I’ve had two new babies, am now a mother to a high-schooler (!), and changed jobs.
Dianna says
WEST ME
Live in a different state, have a baby, own a home, read Young House Love daily, a lot can change in just a few years.
Leigh Anne says
West me!
Had a baby!
Julie says
West Me!
Four years ago, I had just moved to NYC for my bf to start grad school. Now we’re married, living in Boston. Very different!
katie says
west me!
the biggest difference is that i’m married… and i have to live with a boy!
Amy Lollis says
WEST ME!
New house since 2007! Having fun decorating!
Ashley P says
WEST ME!
Gosh, how is life the same?? 4 years ago I graduated college and had no idea what I wanted to do…now I have a fantastic job, a wonderful boyfriend, a cute dog, and a not very decorated apartment. This would definitely help :)
Robin Grey says
WEST ME!
LOVE Y’ALL!
Jenn says
west me! Four years ago I just started to date my wife. Now we are married and are expecting our first baby in April!
Kristen B. says
WEST ME!
So much is different from 2007! Between then and now I changed jobs, got married, got my master’s degree, traveled alot, sold my condo, and bought a house. And now the renovation/design fun begins.
Congrats on 4 years, guys!
Nicole says
West Me!
Graduated college – got a big girl job – bought a house (well still waiting for approval..it’s call a short sale…but it is far from short!!)
Happy 4 years!
Lauren Montavon says
West Me!!!
4 years ago…like yourselves… I was a newlywed enjoying the bliss of combining our styles in our new home. Wishing I could say it is now complete but nothing a lil West Elm couldn’t fix!
Terry says
WEST ME!!!! Wow life has changed a lot since 2007. I got married to my wonderful husband in 2008, we bought our first house, I turned the big 30 in 2010 and we had our beautiful baby boy one week later in Feb 2010. We are now expecting our next bundle of joy!!!! Whew that was a fun trip down memory lane!!!!
brittanyk says
West me!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated from college, moved to another state, moved back from the other state, gotten engaged, bought a house,and will be getting married in 3 weeks!
Dusty says
WEST ME!! Since 2007, I have had a baby and am pregnant with baby #2!!
Alisa says
West Me! different since 2007 – new house, new kid, new promotion. busier, busier, busier.
holly says
WEST ME! the biggest change? i’m now a mum to 3-year-old twins! yayayay! i’m already a winner! ;)
caitlin says
WEST ME! What isn’t different…new career, new puppy, married, new city…
Rachael says
West me!
And the thing that changed the most? Adopting my beautiful daughter, Cecilia Kenley!
Hanna says
west me!!!
four years ago we had a different president and i was going to a different school. i have since transfered schools, graduated, and moved on. wow! tres weird to think a bout…
Maury @ AFabulessHome says
WEST ME PRETTY PLEASE!
4 years ago, I was living with my parents and engaged. Since then I’ve moved out of my parents, into my husband’s townhouse, and we just moved out of that an into our “adult house.”
Mego! says
WEST ME!!
In four years, I have met, began dating and married my best friend. We’ve since joined the Navy, have moved states and even adopted the most adorable puppy. Most importantly, we are expecting our 1st born son any day now!!
Esther sam says
WEST ME!
My life is different in many ways since 2007! Mainly I was single then and now I am married!
Riri says
WEST ME! Please, I love West Elm!
Wow, in 2007 I was bumbling along, a little lost! But now in 2011 I’m married to the love of my life and pregnant with a baby boy:) And working at a good job, no longer waitressing:)
Rose says
WEST ME!
Wow, 2007 was so long ago! I graduated from high school, got a job teaching music theory, and started community college. Since then, I decided on a major, started a new relationship (going on 8 months!) and got another job. I’ll be starting to apply to 4-year colleges next month! Life is pretty good, i have to say. :)
Wes says
WEST ME!!
Mary W. says
WEST ME and I will love you for life! Maybe even longer! My life is severely different from 2007, I am an ex-NYorker now, married, and own a home! Wow how life has changed in 4 years! Congrats you guys! xox!
gretchen says
WEST ME!
Please!
Happy blogoversary! Four years ago I was getting married! Now, we’re homeowners. Love your blog!
melissa says
WEST ME!!
one single mom + one crazy cool child = our first home ? est. 2010 {a.k.a – an old minimally designed condo}
Teresa says
WEST ME! Not much has changed for me in the last 4 years, but my kids are all 4 years older and so am I!
Jessica K. says
WEST ME!!!!!!!
Since 2007 I have graduated from college, gotten married, bought a house, and had a baby. And, that was acutally just in the last 2 years! haha I have been busy!
Kate says
WEST ME! Four years has brought a lot of wonderful changes! Engaged in 2007, now married for 3 years, bought a great little house, have one dog “child” and loving life!
liz @ bon temps beignet says
“WEST ME”
Since 2007 we got engaged, bought our first house, adopted a dog, got married, and now we’re having a baby…in 17 weeks! Yikes!
Angela says
WEST ME!! This time in 2007 I was single and flying around the US as a flight attendant… now I’m engaged and an assistant property manager at a large apartment complex. A LOT happened in just 4 years!
(If I win the $500 I will be extremely tempted to spend the entire amount on those mercury glass votives for my wedding!)
Amy says
WEST ME!
So in the last 4 years I got married, had my first baby in 2009, graduated from college, moved across the country, and then had a second baby! Its kind of crazy!
I would love to win some pretties from West Elm!
Kristen Nieves says
West me! In 2007, I was fresh outta college… now i’m BACK in college, starting my masters… Could use the money to furnish our brand-new house as well, it is completely bare :(
Stephanie says
WEST ME! In the past 4 years, my husband I have gotten married, bought a house, and are expecting our first little one in January.
Julie says
WEST ME! We’ve had another daughter and a new house since 2007.
Kris says
WEST ME!!
Four years ago I had two 4-year olds and a 3-year old at home. Now they’re all grown up and in school full-time!
Danielle says
WEST ME. Since 2007 – new coast (West to East) new city (Portland to DC), new timezone (PST to EST), new job (twice), new house (traded the bungalow for a split level – boo), new haircut (a few).
tracy says
West me!
Actually, things haven’t changed that much since 07. I’m in a rut. I desperately need a $500 GC to get out of that rut. Truly. :-)
Jessica Foster says
West me!
I am now engaged and living in an amazing farm house with the man of my dreams!
Julie says
WEST ME
Newlyweds on a Budget says
WEST ME!
in 2007, I was single and living with my parents. Now, I am married and living with my husband in a shack (no, seriously). So I really hope we win so we can buy some new furnishings!
Kelsey says
WEST ME!
The biggest (and best) difference between four years ago and now is our daughter. Life is so much more fun now!
Mandi says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was in the middle of fixing up my first house with my husband!
Anthony says
West Me!
I graduated with my MBA, got married and have lived in 3 different states in 4 years!
Lorna C. says
WEST ME!!!!!!!!
2007 was a great year! That was the year I met my wonderful husband and fell in love.
Heather E says
WEST ME!!
In 2007 I lived in an apartment in the city. Now I have a new job, live in a smaller town, and have my own house!