***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.
Erin says
WEST ME please!
It’s crazy to realize how much your life can change in 4 years. Since 2007, I’ve gotten married, moved cities, bought our first home, and quit my “dream job” in publishing to pursue my own writing career!
Katherine says
WEST ME!
In 4 years, our daughter has gone from a baby to a 4 year old, we’ve added a son and moved houses.
Bethany Annechino says
(PLEASE) WEST ME!
Four years ago, I was living in an apartment with my husband and a few guinea pigs.
Now, I live in a different apartment with my husband, my incredible 3.5 year old rescued cat Moe, and a sassy long-haired guinea pig named Bella. I’m not sure how my husband can handle living with three dramatic females like this. ;) I’d love to win this and be able to add some much needed staple touches to the space here to continue making it more personal and less like a transient space.
Bonus! Picture of aforementioned Moe kitty! (She is the BEST EVER. And I can’t get tired of sharing the best random candid picture I’ve ever taken. I didn’t even look when I shot it, I had the camera aimed over my shoulder back at her.) http://tinyurl.com/3bgw99b
Jenny says
WEST ME!! pretty please
misa says
west me!
four years ago, i had just started a new job as a researcher. now i manage the department and have completely changed its whole operational model.
Erica says
West Me! baby!
I’m 34, married and have a new baby – it’s time to stop living in a house decorated with dorm furniture. Know what I mean???
Courtney Hill says
WEST ME!!!!!
let’s see, finished college, new relationship (my favorite change), new house, and two new babies (our dogs)!
Aubrey says
WEST ME!!
everything is different now!! full time teacher, new home, getting married in 3 months (AH!) life is full of new and exciting things!
Emily says
WEST ME!
Four years ago I lived in a smaller house with just my hubs and our dog. Now we have a toddler, a bigger house, and are looking forward to expanding our family.
Christine says
WEST ME! Everything is different! New job, new home, new city, new boyfriend (well actually an old one back for a third try!), new hairdo, and a new tattoo!
Jenny says
WEST ME!
Everything but the guy has changes since 2007! New job, new house, 2 new tattoos, 1 new dog, and this new blog that I now follow!
Sam F says
WEST ME
Seems like not much has changed. Same dog, same job, same house, but I did just start a blog (about 72 hours ago) and I am trying to take more online classes to boost my creativity and to try some new things.
TracyJ says
WEST ME!
In 2007…my husband and I celebrated our fifth wedding anniversary and the fifth anniversary of our home being built. I’m still decorating and organizing…
Jaime says
WEST ME!!
It’s been four years of continued blissful marriage to my husband!
Rochelle says
WEST ME!
In the past 4 years my husband and I got married, moved to 3 different states, got the most precious dog, and started building our first house! :)
Rebecca says
WEST ME! Life is different than it was 4 years ago. 2 kids, new house, new town. Different, but good.
MaNell Hembree says
WEST ME PUH-LEASEEEE!!!
My life was completely different in 2007. I lived in a different city in a different home. So grateful for the way things are today!
Julianne says
west me!
Marci in Miami says
WEST ME! I’m married!!
Andi M says
WEST ME!
A lot has changed for me since 2007. I went back to school and got a masters’ degree and then made a big career change.
Caitlin says
WEST ME!!!
I love West Elm, I have their Capiz Chandy in grey!
4 years ago I never knew how many great blogs are out there, and how influential you all are to my decorating! Thanks YHL, you guys are the best!
smitha says
WEST ME! I love West Elm. This would be so sweet!!!
Ali says
West Me!
Four years ago I met my fiance in college. Now we are engaged and getting married next month (and buying a house!).
Kathryn says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I have graduated college, decided to go back to pursue somethig else, moved back in with the parents, and kept the same boy around for the whole mess! Now we are thinking of moving to a new place together, so his would be a perfect way to help that happen (decor wise at least ;-) )
Lonely Wife Project says
WEST ME PRETTY PRETTY PRETTY PLEASE!
jen says
“west me”
Emily says
West me!
In the past four years I got married and we bought our first house! :)
Mary Fitzgerald says
WEST ME!! In 2007 I had just moved to Baton Rouge and was starting graduate school. Now I’m applying for internships, looking forward to life post-grad school. woo hoo!
Christina says
WEST ME!
We have a house and baby (also named Clara!) … I have a much better job than I did, too.
Nicola says
West me! So much has changed since 2007, it’s too long to list!
Emily says
WEST ME! please!
4 years ago I was living in NYC working in advertising just like you guys did. fast forward to now, I live in DE and work at a bank. total change in career. Also, bought a condo so I would LURVE to furnish it with West Elm goodies!
Amy Ramsey says
WEST ME!!!
Everything’s changed for me since 2007- I bought my first house, I’m busy decorating and I’ve met the man of my dreams. Yayyy!
wendi P says
“west me”
I love, love, West Elm!
Maura says
WEST ME! I’ve changed job, city and bought a house. Wow, I’ve been busy!
Erika says
WEST ME!
My life is very different from 2007. I was 21 and single. Now I’m married to a great man, fluent in American Sign Language, and living in an awesome little apartment.
Wendy says
WEST ME!!!
That gift card would be so awesome!
C says
WEST ME!
four years ago was a whole different me. new job, and new attitude and confidence in life!
Christina says
West me!!
4 years ago, I married my best friend. Sounds corny and all but I can’t imagine life without him. I also became an aunt to the coolest kid I know. 3 years ago, we bought our first house, a month later got our first pets together (our mini dachshunds- Oscar & Maya- wait for it…yes we are corny, ok?).
Congrats on your blogiversary!!! I can’t believe it’s that time of year already again. I feel like I just read your last blogiversary post!
Cheri says
WEST ME! Since the beginning of 2007 I’ve added two children to my family and moved to a new house…plus miscellaneous children. Definitely changes!
Sarah says
WEST ME!
My life has changed so much in the last 4 years! Met my husband, got married, adopted the best dog ever, moved and had a baby in June. Life is an amazing thing!
Angela says
WEST ME!
EVERYTHING has changed! Finished school, job, guy, dog, house, not necessarily in that order!
I’m in Canada but maybe you could wrangle (love it) this giveaway for us Canadians since West Elm ships to Canada AND we have a store in Toronto!
Jackie says
WEST ME, please!
Four years ago I was in college. So much has changed, graduated, and now I am an “adult” with a job, engaged(!), and new apartment.
duckbilledplacelot says
WEST ME, oh please!
In 2007, I was engaged, living & working in China. Today: single lady, living in the Americas again, and I have a furry companion (not, like, a ‘furry’ ‘companion’; I mean an actual pet). Much better times.
Kara says
2007 was a rough one…dad was laid off…husband was laid off….i was stuck in a low paying unsatisfying job after finishing grad school. Today is much brighter! :)
Kara says
Oh ooops..and WEST ME!
Ellen says
WEST ME!!
Met and married my amazing husband, we bought a house and a car, had our now one year old daughter, what can I say, lots of changes, all fabulous ones :)
Christina says
WEST ME!! My life is tooootally different. Had just broken up from a long-term relationship (almost to the day), was living in Baltimore, and taking time off of school. Now I’m in Austin, TX, celebrating my one year wedding anniversary next Sunday, am pregnant and graduating in December with a 4.0. Who knows where I’ll be in another four years! Happy blogiversary :)
Lisa Barclay says
West Me!!! In 2007, my daughter was in grad school (in Miami) ….now she is married and living in LA!!! Love, love, love West Elm and your blog!
Wendy says
West me!I just found out I’ve got a baby nursery to design!!
Ess says
West Me
In 4 years I have moved to a different country and have had three out of our four children. We could use some nice sophistication around here :)
Alexi says
WEST ME!
Four years ago I had just graduated college and started my first teaching job and living with Mom & Dad. Fast forward 4 years: living in a very small town, married, 2 dog children,a fun photography job, bought a house, just sold said house and about to move to a new one! So that gift card would be so handy as we decorate our new digs!