***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.
Vid says
West me!!
Kendra says
WEST ME…our son came home from Guatemala in 2007!
Hillary says
West Me!
In 2007, I was pregnant with our first kiddo and a reporter. Now, we have two boys, and I’m an editor.
Courtney C. says
WEST ME!
A lot has changed for me. Since 2007 I’ve graduated from college, bought a puppy, and got married!
Ashley says
WEST ME! Congrats on 4 years!! Since 2007, our world has been ROCKED–all in good ways! In four years, we have moved across the country, started new jobs, got a dog, graduated from grad school, had a sweet little girl, and we’ll close on our first house three weeks from today (so that west elm love could really come in handy!!)
Caroline says
WEST ME! 2007 seems like a long time ago in some ways, but now I’m in grad school instead of college, so I guess my life isn’t too radically different!
Ashley says
WEST ME!!!!
A lot has changed since 2007- got married, built a house, bought a dog, and then (suprise! suprise) had an adorable baby girl, named Claire. :)
Ashley says
West Me! I need/WANT a new duvet.
Christine says
WEST ME PLEASE!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, bought a house, gone to grad school, and changed careers- just a few things!
Happy blogiversary John and Sherry! <3
Devin says
West Me!
Since 2007, I’ve completed college and graduate school, moved cities, and adopted two dogs among many other less exciting and life altering changes.
Anna says
WEST ME!
Many changes have happened since 2007! I moved to a different city, started and completed a Masters program, got a full time job, and now I’m engaged!
Amy says
WEST ME!
Same: Husband :), house, job
Different: I’m a mommy!
Jenn says
WEST ME!
Two kids, new house, different job….lots has changed since 2007! ( :
katie says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was finishing up my degree at Purdue for Landscape Architecture and looking for a real job! My have things changed now!
Kristen says
WEST ME, pretty please!
Let’s see…in 2007 our oldest was just starting undergrad and now she has just graduated with her Master’s!
So yes, lots has changed! ;-)
Lindsey says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I wasn’t even engaged, and now I am married with 2 kids and living in a completely different state! So a LOT has changed for us!
Paola says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was in a new relationship where we could only see each other once a week and I was trying to make ends meet by freelancing. Four years later, I live with that cute boy I started dating in 2007 and work for a great company doing what I love! :)
nicole russell says
WEST ME! My life (and my husbands) is different now then it was in 2007 because we now have 2 wonderful children. Our son just turned 3 yesterday :) His big sister is in 1st grade and they love each other so much. Giving her a little brother was the best thing we’ve ever done!
Devon Strahm says
West me!
4 yrs ago… I wasn’t married yet nor did we own our home.
megan says
WEST ME!
Biggest positive change-a wonderful, nearly three year old who makes us smile everyday-Biggest negative change-our fixer-upper is fixed up, but still worth less than we paid for it (le sigh).
Kimberly Solheim says
WEST ME (pretty please!!)
4 years ago I was plugging away at college and hadn’t met my husband yet!
Laura says
WEST ME!
JBC says
WEST ME!!!
A lot has changed since 2007, I got married, moved to Virginia, became a paralegal, bought a fixer-upper, and gave birth to my baby girl!
Dana K says
West Me! We built a new house and had our 2 kids. We could sure use some new accessories in our home! Congrats on the Blogiversary!
Ali says
WEST ME!!!
My life couldn’t be more different than it was in 2007! I have a new man (now married), a new house (in a different state), and of course, new job. I couldn’t be happier. :) Plus, I now have the most awesome blog to read every single day (YHL!!!!!!!!!), but I’m a little bit obsessed, I think.
Joanna says
WEST ME! New job, new house, plenty of DIY projects!
Carlee W says
WEST ME please!!
in 2007 I was in law school and very poor. Now I’m a lawyer and still poor. ha
Kelly says
WEST ME, please!
Much unlike 2007, now I’m married and have a great place with my husband that we’re really enjoying decorating.
CourtneyMc says
WEST ME!
Plenty has changed since 2007 (husband has a great job, we’re at a new church, owning our own home, and loving our *almost* four year old puppy)–wouldn’t trade a bit of the good and bad that has happened these past four years! Amazing how quickly life can change, especially at this stage in life!
Krysta @ Domestic for Dummies says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I graduated from college, got a big girl job, and met my amazing boyfriend who I now live with.
Meagan B. says
WEST ME! Four years ago I didn’t have my house, my husband, my sweet little boy, and my soon to be second sweet little boy on the way! I am blessed!
Carolina says
WEST ME
In 2007 I graduated High School, quit my job at a pizza place and went straight in to working a full time job (which I’m still at).
:)
Jenny says
WEST ME, please!! Since 2007 I have moved from Germany back to the U.S., finished my B.A., and moved 1500 miles from my son and husband to start law school. Phew.
Tara says
WEST ME
Since 2007 I got married started working at a new job had my first child in june (the best addition for my life) got 2 pups (one is a brindel version of burgar) and 1 new tattoo a yellow rose for my mom. Finally got a home, and my home could definately use this $500 from west elm to get a desk I have had my eye on plus a few neat accessories.
Vanessa says
WEST ELM.
I got married in 2007 and have since had two kids.
jen says
West me! 4 years ago we had just brought our first daughter home from the NICU. Now she’s an active 4 year old with a two year old sister! Happy Anniversary!
Jessica says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I’ve had 2 adorable little boys, become a stay at home mom, and moved to a new house!
Crystal V says
West me! =)
Honestly, what *hasn’t* changed since 2007?! New house, new job, new boyfriend, new city, new (thankfully) design sense ;)
Sarah says
WEST ME (please)!
My entire world is different today than it was in 2007 – I bought my first house in 2008, recently graduated from graduate school, landed a killer job and got my sweet pup :)
Natalie says
WEST ME!! My life is vastly different than it was in 2007. I have a new job, a new house, and in a month we will have a new member in our family. Life is wonderful!!
Lindsay says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve changed jobs, bought a house, got a dog, got married, had a baby – it’s been a busy 4 years for sure.
Ashley says
West me!! Please!
I graduated high school in 2007..since then I have gotten married and moved to a new town.
Megan says
WEST ME!! I was a senior in high school in 2007 & am now graduating college YIKES!
Sarah says
WEST ME !
In 2007 I had just graduated college and was living at home with my parents. Now I have a grown-up job and my own apartment to decorate :)
Claire says
WEST ME!!
I was living in the city and dating. Now I live out in the country with my fiance.
Liz M says
WEST ME!
My entire life has changed since 2007. I was working a dead-end job, in a dead-end relationship, and knew nothing about myself or what I wanted to do with my life. A few twists and turns and a lot of tears and introspection later, and I have an amazing job in a field I love, a sweet loft, and lots of free time to travel and pursue my art. I have a life. I know myself and have a vague idea of where I’m going. I’m so excited for each new step, whether it’s painting a wall or riding a wave or wearing leather pants to work (yep, today)!
Ali says
West me (please)!
Love your blog – it inspired me to start my own girl-centric tailgating blog (www.projectgameday.blogspot.com). Y’all brighten my day every morning over coffee. It is such a great way to ease into my work day with a happy and inspiring post each day! Love it. Thank you! And happy blogiversary!
Kelsey D. says
WEST ME! Four years ago I was a newly engaged college student living with my parents. Now I have a career, a hubby, two dogs, a small starter home, and beginning plans for our dream home! :)
Liz says
WEST ME! Please, pretty please!
Rachel says
WEST ME, oh pretty please!