***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.
Emily says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I had just graduated from college. I was living with 3 other women my age & working as a substitute teacher & clerk at an organic grocery store. I’ve now moved across the country, am married, and work in a school library. :)
Sarah says
Since 2007 I have graduated from college, moved to two different states, bought a house, and gotten married!!
leenrach says
WEST ME
I really love your blog. It motivates my mind, now I need to put all this motivation into action! Ha!
I also liked Sherry’s picks (except for the ram head thing, that I could do without, sorry Sherry), but definitely would love to shop at West Elm. So here goes my attempt at winning…
Since 2007 I have been preparing myself to reenter the work force. I have been home with my four daughters (Lee and I (I am Rachel) have you two way beat :-) I currently teach at the Community College but would love to make this a full-time occupation. I love teaching, it is a really great creative outlet!
Thank you two for a really entertaining, normal, clever couple blog – it’s fun.
Laurel says
WEST ME!
Hmm…In 2007 I was a lowly graduate student living in a janky apartment in Atlanta with two close friends. Today I’m in Washington, DC living in a janky apartment with my soon-to-be husband and an income : ) I’m happy to say I was happy both places!
Tammy says
WEST ME!
I now have a son who arrived after many years of trying. It has been a wonderful 4 years!
Mrs. Moore says
WEST ME!!
My life is completely different. Since 2007 I graduated from college, started 2 new jobs, moved to a new town, bought a new house (all this within 4 months), and got married.
All that’s left is to add some kids…
Anne S. says
WEST ME!
Four years ago, I was at college in Oregon still trying to figure out what to do with my life. Now I have a new job and new apartment in Austin, and life couldn’t be better!
Jennifer says
WEST ME!
New since 2007:
House and baby!
Johanna B. says
WEST ME!
I’m out of grad school and living in a new city!
Brooke says
west me!!
I have a job that I didn’t have 4 years ago – so thankful!
Jamie says
WEST ME! I’ve graduated from college, had 3 jobs, and moved 5 states away from my family!
Meg says
West me!! Got married and bought a house :)
Ailie says
WEST ME! {please}
In the last four years we had a baby, my husband finished his PhD, we moved to to a different state, we both started new jobs, we’ve lost three babies to miscarriage, and we just bought our first home (which could use some West Elm love). It’s been a full four years . . . sometimes challenging, but also wonderful at the same time.
Lena G. says
WEST ME!
Since September 2007 we’ve moved into our first house, adopted a dog and second cat, and had two children. I also started my first job out of grad school.
Emily says
Please, West me… 4 years ago I was dreaming, planning, and saving for a backpacking trip abroad. I’m proud of making my dreams come true, and I imagine you are too. I’d love to celebrate with you and West Elm!
Lindsay says
WEST ME!!! Oooh, ooh, pick me! Pick me!! In my world since 2007, I moved to a new home, added a baby girl, started making yearly goals for myself, picked up painting, and hopefully matured and grew in countless other ways. :)
Erinn says
West me!
New city, new house, new marriage!
Congratulations guys!
Aimee says
West Me!
Just moved into a place 2x bigger than our small apartment. We keep staring at a lot of blank walls and shelves. Blank is no good.
Emily says
WEST ME!!
4 years ago I moved into my own little studio apartment all by myself. It was full of hand-me-downs and a lot of crappy decor. Now I’m married with 2 sweet pups and a “real” house which is in desperate need of some nice stuff!
Jeanette says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I have turned 50, celebrated 30 years of marriage, moved to a new city, sold a house, bought a house, found new job, quit new job, gained two daughters in law, gained two grand dogs and started my own business. A busy but great four years!
Katie says
WEST ME purty purty please!!! Let’s see my life since 2007? Herhmmmm…. well my husband and I had already been Team Evans for a couple of years but since then we have added Numero 3 to our ranks, our baby boy Jonah (7 months old today!). He arrival has been quite a happy adventure :)
Kate says
WEST ME!… since 2007 I’ve gone back to veterinary school and gotten married.
You guys are the best- keep up the great blogging!
Cassidy says
WEST ME!
I’ve lived in 5 homes since 2004 (relocating for the military) Now I own my own home and I love it! I also have a cat now :)
Jennifer says
West me!!!! My world is very different since 2007. This time in ’07 I was pregnant. I now have a 3.5 year old, a new house, and a very busy life. I could use some West End for my new abode.
Erin says
West ME!!!!
Since 2007 I have married my best friend, graduated college, and adopted a little pup. Not super exciting but most definitely satisfying! :)
Cody J says
West Me!!
New cat, Engaged, Married, vacation in Brazil, bought a house, new dog, another new dog, vacation in Costa Rica …. for sure it’s been interesting!!
Claire says
WEST ME!
4 years ago we only had 1 son- now we have 3! At the time we were in our 3rd home as a married couple, now we’re on our 8th (Army- we’ve moved. A lot.) One 15 month deployment, two more kids, 3 more states and a whole lot of fun in between. Congrats on doing so well for yourselves with your hard work and creativity these past four years.
Kristen says
WEST ME! Our lives are dramatically different than they were 4 years ago. In four years we’ve gained 2 new children, moved and gone back to school.
Christine P. says
WEST ME! Everything has changed for me since 2007! I got married (2008), bought a house (2009), adopted a puppy (2009), and changed jobs (2010). It’s been a busy and exciting 4 years and I wouldn’t change a thing!
Here’s to changes and many more years of YHL!
Lori B. says
In 2007 I had two kids in high school; now we are empty nesters! WEST ME!!!!
Yours,
Lori B.
Megan says
WEST ME!
4 years ago I was starting my 2nd year of law school. I had just finished an internship with the prosecutor’s office in my hometown. Today I work for that same office as a deputy prosecutor and it feels like I’m right where I was destined to be. Now I just need a gift card from one of my favorite stores ever to hopefully add to my collection of big girl furniture!
Casey says
WEST ME!
2 new pups since 2007!
Susan says
West ME!
So different…married, a new house and a daughter who turns one on thursday!
Leah says
West me! In 2007 I had just gotten married. We’ve since bought our first house & I changed jobs. Lots of changes :)
Jill L. says
WEST ME!
Wow, life certainly has changed in the past 4 years (more so in the past year! I got engaged, married, pregnant, lost our baby at 22 weeks, and have started to move forward with our life after our loss.
Julie says
West me! In 2007 I was excited about living in my own apartment, now I live in my own house and can’t stop obsessing over paint colors!
Stephanie Kowalski says
WEST ME!
Lots of newness…a hubby, a kitty and a house that was built for us. Good changes! :)
susan says
West Me!!!
My life has changed so much in four years because my 4 kids are getting so grown up!!!
Chrisse says
West me!! Since 2007, we’ve added two wonderful kids (including a little girl named Clara!) to our family. I’ve also been diagnosed with and fighting cancer, but life really is good!
leah says
WEST ME!
From 2007 ’til now, lots of changes – my hubby and I decided to adopt in ’08, so we are slowly moving closer and closer to the day we meet our child… even though it’s probably at least 2 more years… it’s worth the wait.
Kristen says
WEST ME!!
In 2007 – ungrad student, no husband, lived with 34 girls. . . pure craziness
2011 – husband, finished grad school, in the end process of gutting and redoing the house we live in. . . pure craziness. That part never changes
Tanya says
WEST ME! Made the move from Phoenix, AZ to NYC. The new apartment needs so much help!
Emily says
WEST ME!! Four years ago I was sans husband, sans house and sans baby on the way! :)
Cami P says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was still living in Arizona and finishing up my undergrad. My now-husband was my then-boyfriend and we were loving life, just like now!!
Erin says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, made it half way through graduate school, had a couple of real jobs, met the man of my dreams, adopted 2 precious rescue kittens, decorated some starter apartments, and bought our own home.
Yeah, we haven’t managed to get around that whole “wedding thing,” but we’re working on it!
MrsADS says
WEST ME!
Please :). Life is great compared to 2007…DH and I were essentially living apart M-Th for work, but as of last year, we are in the same house throughout the week.
Megan says
West Me! Everything in my world has changed since 2007 – graduated college, got married, bought a home, & had a baby :).
Claire says
WEST ME!
My family is now up to ten people!
Zspieth says
WEST ME!!! My wife wants this giftcard… we have a kitchen to redecorate!! Since 2007, I have moved, switched bosses, started doing Triathlons, and picked up road-biking.
Lindsey says
WEST ME!
In the past for years I’ve graduated from college, moved 600 miles away, gotten a “big girl” job, adopted two furbabies, and have gotten married! Craziness.