***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.
Lauren says
WEST ME!
I live in a different city, have a different job, pretty much a different life than I did in 2007!
Jennifer C says
WEST ME! Four years ago I was getting ready to walk down the aisle (anniversary on the 22) and today we have an adorable 5 month old baby boy!
Christina says
West Me!!
New husband, new house, two new dogs!
Megan H says
West Me!
I’m now married, in a new job, and pregnant for the first time as compared to this time in 2007. But I’ve kept all the great people in my life, so fortunately, that’s the same :)
Congrats on your 4 years!
Jessica says
West Me!!! (please =)
Lauren says
WEST ME!!
Life is drastically different than 4 years ago. In 2007, I was teaching in Compton California and exploring a new life out there. Fast forward to today, I moved back to NJ with my college sweetheart, got engaged, bought a house, and am switching careers! Crazy!
Rebecca says
West ME!
since 2007 I’ve graduated from college and I am looking for a job
Faith says
WEST ME!! P-p-p-pleeze! In 2007 I became the mother of 4 children as opposed to only 3. So 2011 is a lot louder, more hectic, but very lovely!
Happy Blogiversary!
Sarah says
WEST ME!
I graduated college in 2007, so a ton has changed! Now I’m married, love my career, own a house that we’ve redone. And we’re thinking babies and moving as well.
Kristin EM says
WEST ME!
New baby, and hopefully a new home soon for her to grow up in.
Courtney F. says
WEST ME!
In ’07, I left my home and my boyfriend in New York to take a job down in southern VA. Now, we’re married with a little one, living in the DC area! Time flies!
Caitlin says
WEST ME
:)
Since 2007 I have gotten married, changed jobs three or four times (who’s counting???) and have begun decorating my apartment with inspiration from YHL!
Susie says
WEST ME!
This time in 2007 I was living it up in Galway, Ireland for a semester of college! Probably enjoying the pubs a little too much…now I’m a PICU nurse.
steph anne says
WEST ME!
4 years ago my husband proposed! Now 4 years later we’re happily married and living in our first home together. We’re trying to decorate our house more now but that hasn’t been happening with saving & trying to pay off our credit cards so winning this would be awesome!
Michelle says
WEST ME!!!
so many changes!! 1 college degree, 2 different states, 3 different cars, 4 different apartments, 2 different jobs and 1 amazing boyfriend!!
Carrie says
west me-I’m poor and love them.
karen serna says
WEST ME!
and 2007 gave us the birth of our first child… and LOVE had a whole new meaning. :)
Karolina says
West me!
Since 2007: Married, bought a house, adopted a dog!
Love your blog.
Amanda says
WEST ME!
I have gotten married, went to school, started a new career, got a dog moved into 2 new apartments, and we just bought a house! We move in next month!
Leslie R says
West me, please!!
Let’s see – from 2007 to now – now I read many more design blogs than i did then…now i have my OWN design blog…now i’m working on redoing furniture…now is good. :)
Krysti says
West Me! Since 2007, I’ve left a great job, moved to a new state, gone back to school, bought and renovated (well, almost) an 87-year-old house, and am now getting close to graduation. Whew! What is the same: loving husband, sweet puppies, and a love of West Elm!
Karina says
WEST ME!
2007… I got offered the job which would change my life forever– I met Boy there. :) <3
jG says
West Me! much has changed. house, 2 kids, 1 furry dog. but some things around the house havent changed much since we moved in. and thats why i need west elm!
Nickie says
WEST ME!!!
Since 2007 I have been blessed with more boys, a new home, a business… Life changes quick…
Lisa B says
WEST ME!!!!
Let’s see . . . 4 years ago we lived in Oregon and were probably having some interviews for my husband’s new job. We moved up to the Seattle area in October. Now we are about to close on our first home!!! So exciting what 4 years of planning and patience can bring!!!
Alina says
WEST ME!!!!
Alason says
WEST ME……….PLEASE!!!!!!!!
In 2007 I was newlywed with no idea how to decorate! Now I’m a wife and mommy of two with a stylish (but often messy) pad….What a difference 4 years can make!
Stacie Colella says
WEST ME…4 years ago, I gave birth to my son and as you know, that changes everything. We have been on the ride of our lives since then. Who knew such a little person could make such a difference! Now we are 8 weeks away from adding another one, so cheers to 2011! Happy 4th Blogiversary!
Jamie Bushek says
WEST ME! Four years ago I was half-way through college and now I’m graduated and working as in interior designer for an architect. Woo Hoo!
Jenny Murphy says
west me!
second child, new house, new job, another new house in a new town…everything has changed in 4 years for us!
Beth says
West Me! Four years ago I was still in school – now I’m a real adult with a real job!
Lauren Perley says
WEST ME!
Moved from DC to CT, switched jobs, got married, had a baby, have another baby on the way, stopped working!!!! Lots of changes. All good! Love your blog. Congrats on 4 years, and hopeful for many years of happy blogging in your future.
Lauren
Sarah says
WEST ME! I love West Elm!
Four years ago we were living in a different house with a 9 month old and building up my husband’s young custom cabinetry and furniture business. Now we live in a great little town with our two kids and the business has transformed into a side project (that’s a good thing :) )while we both are (thankfully) employed full time. Life is good!
claire says
west me!!
Jen says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was finishing college and had just started my first career job in NYC – since then I’ve moved to a new city and gotten engaged – all good things!
Leila BY says
West Me!
2007: Working 4 part-time jobs in hopes of qualifying and competing in Beijing Olympics while nervously applying to graduate school.
2008: Surreal, qualify (improving a whopping 18 inches) and compete in Games after 7 years of no prior improvement. Admitted to medical school. Diagnosed with 8 pound tumor. Tumor removed.
2009: Blur of 5th move in 3 years in pursuit of dreams.
2010: Flurry of books, patients, coffee in fluorescent lighted hospitals.
2011: Take a year off of med school to work in Nairobi, Kenya doing clinical research with HIV-positive kids.
Flurry of activity and would love love love to have a fun decorated place to come home to!
Mitzi says
WEST ME!
I can hardly believe 4 yrs ago my boys were 3 and 8, now they’re 7 and 12–AND we now have a 2 year old maltese–what a difference a few years can make!
jess says
WEST ME! Sept. 2007 I was working in a “corporate” setting bored out of my mind, with a relationship that was very rocky and going no where. Now, I’m in a career that I love (but very busy), a wonderful relationship for right at 3 1/2 years, and we own our own home. What HASN’T changed?!
Candice says
West Me!
Erin says
WEST ME!
I have a new career and a house that I have been working on so much! and I love getting ideas and inspiration from your blog :)
Bee says
WEST ME, please!
Well, in 2007 I was 17 and a senior in high school. Now I’m a senior in college (!!) and trying to scrape together whatever cash I can to make my little apartment a home for myself. I’m not ready to be an adult!
Jessie says
WEST ME!!!
2007 was a pivotal year for me. I met my husband that year, and my life is a million times greater since then. :-)
Katie Vlietstra says
WEST ME!
Four years ago Dave and I started dating (after one false start) and now we are getting married! (next year….)
Jenny Hix says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, bought a house, and had a baby. A lot is different!
Lindsay Jo says
things have certainly changed since 2007 – i graduated from college, married an AWESOME guy, started medical school and bought our first house. phew! no wonder i’m tired!
Jenny says
WEST ME!
Four years ago I had a 3 year old and a 4 month old. Today they are 7 and 4 and have an 18 month old sister! Busy times :)
Kate Bateman says
WEST ME!
Would love to update a few rooms.
Kelly says
WEST ME!
We had twins in ’08 :)
rachel says
WEST ME!
A husband,house, two kids….it’s been an exciting 4 years!
NiftyBa says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was finishing up college right around now.