***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.
Wendy says
West Me, please! Four years–hmmmmm. I have four granddaughters, rather than the two I had at that time and we probably had at least one bathroom out of service due to renovations and now all three are working (but, of course, not completely finished!)
Christine Raymond says
West me!! Everything has changed. New city, married, many jobs!
Christina says
West me! (Please)
SO much has changed since 2007-new house, married, little girl who turns one next month…life is good here!
Congratulations on four years!
Erin says
West ME! I got a master’s degree, first job, and got back together with my wonderful boyfriend!
Haley says
West ME!!! In 2007 I was in high school and now I’m in college looking for an advertising internship! Life is so exciting!
Gabrielle says
West me!!! Pretty much everything is a 180 since four years ago!
Kelly says
WEST ME! PLEEEEEASE!!!!!!! Oh and I’m definitely way different…as in married, now a second year teacher, and I’ve moved twice (Phx to KS back to Phx). Life is good.
Devon says
WEST ME! Now a proud homeowner, grad school graduate and engaged to be married!
Erica says
WEST ME! My daughter was born and my life started!
Jill says
WEST ME!!!
I think everything has changed! Married, baby and two cats!
Jessi says
WEST ME WEST ME WEST ME!!! My favorite store – I would be thrilled if I won! In the last four years, I have bought my first house and renovated the kitchen, bath, and basement! And most of my stuff is from WE, the perfect store for a first time home buyer… They actually know me by name there :).
Julia says
West me!
And boy has my life changed since 2007… I’ve moved 7 times to 6 different cities in 4 different states, gotten married, acquired two dogs and a cat and have finally (almost) learned that planning for life only takes the fun out of it!
Karen says
WEST ME!
So much has changed…new job, new car, new place. I’m a lucky girl : )
Rachel says
West me!
In 2007, I was a junior in college. Now I’ve been teaching 2+ years, married to my college-sweetheart, and trying to turn my apartment into a home.
Krista says
WEST ME!
My life has changed a lot since 2007! I graduated from college, entered into the “real world” and met an awesome guy! :)
Jessie says
WEST ME!
I now have a house of my own that could sure use some west elm lovin!
Jennie says
WEST ME (please :)
Since 2007…married with a baby. Yikes, when did that happen?
Thanks for hosting such a great blog!
Kristina says
West me! In 2007 I was in a freezing apartment with the bedroom’s collapsed plaster ceiling raining fresh dust down on me every night. Now the days of rentals are over.
Sarah Pair says
WEST ME!!!! I have had my second child and we have moved our family from Georgia to Alabama to California and back to Georgia since 2007.
Flip Flops says
West me please!
Since 2007 I’ve graduated college, gotten a teaching credential, taught my own class, bought a house and returned to school for my Masters! I’ve been a busy girl since then!
Jordan Rapp says
West me!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated from college twice, started working, and best of all discovered Young House Love!
Jen Schlesier says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 we’ve moved and my 3 little boys are growing up to be big boys!! My littlest just went off to Kindergarten this year – both :) and a little :(.
Sharon says
West Me, please :-)
I actually do have 2 tattoo’s that I didn’t have in 2007. In fact I’ve never had any tattoo’s so as I’ve gotten older I’ve also gotten a bit more expressive in what I do with my body art. My tattoo’s do have very personal meaning surrounding my children and my daughter’s battle with cancer as well as my own. When I look at them I remember how we came together as a family, fought the battle and won. Blessed that we have come through and grown as a family and as individuals.
Melissa G says
West me!
In 2007, I had just moved into my first apartment; a sweet little one-bedroom that I couldn’t wait to put my “stamp” on. Fast forward to today; I’ve been living into my dream 3 bedroom bungalow for a year that I bought myself. Such a great accomplishment!
Rebecca says
West me!
Four years ago I was pregnant with my first baby. I was due on the 18th but he didn’t show up for another week! Now we are about to celebrate his 4th birthday.
Katie D. says
WEST ME
Graduated from high school in 2007. Now am graduated from college, got married, bought a house, and started a new job!
Cindy says
WEST ME!!!!
Many things have changed, but the best change was my learning of your amazing blog!
Kristi says
West Me! Back in 2007, I was married, living in a different city, and living with my in-laws. Now, still happily married, with a baby girl and a home to call our own:-)
Heather says
West Me!
In 2007 I was finishing college. Since then I have moved states, bought a car, had two adorable little boys, and started making mortgage payments. :)
Christine H says
West ME!!!
Wow. What’s changed? Started reading your blog :) That has to count for something!
Allison says
West me……in 4 years I have gotten married, we bought our first house and we had our first baby!
Kristina says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I started dating my husband. We are now happily married and living in our first home!
Lisa K. Franklin says
West ME! Please! Love this blog. Love it.
Girl says
West me!
Since 2007 the world lost my dad…he was awesome.
Ashley says
West me!
In 2007 I began dating my husband. Since then I’ve graduated from college, got my nursing license, got married, had a baby, started a blog, started an etsy shop, and am just starting my second nursing job.
Amy Cameron says
West ME!
I’ve had a baby, my oldest started school, I formed and broke up a business partnership, not to mention, I was a little less wrinkled.
Heather Shorr says
WEST MEEEEEEEEE!!!
Four years ago at this time I was starting my first year of college. Now I’ve graduated, gotten married and gotten a big girl job as well as started a master’s program for teaching!
Rachel says
West me!
In 2007 my husband and I decided to become homeowners! We moved into our first house together and started the never-ending process of making our house a home. Now a family of 4, we’ve come a long way!
Cynthia says
West Me!
In 2007 I:
got married
quit my job
moved
started another job
quit that job to stay home with my son
moved again
It was a super busy year!
Kevin says
West Me!!! Differences since ’07… new job, new state, new home.
Sarah vL says
WEST ME!!!!
Four years ago I was entering into my sophomore year of college, and I met the man of my dreams. He’s saved my life in more ways than one, and now I can happily call him my husband! We just moved into our first apartment together, and I’d love the opportunity to get some gorgeous things for our apartment!
brooke rains says
WEST me!!
Mika says
WEST ME. Since 2007, I bought a house, got married, moved to the mid-west, and had a baby! :)
samantha says
west me, please! wow, 2 children, 2 jobs & lots of other craziness! its all good, but so much has happened! would love the opportunity to update some decor around here. :)
decklededges says
WEST ME!
Wow, how is life not different from 2007? New husband. New city. New degree. New job.
Jill says
WEST ME! Since 2007, I met and married my bearded (ha! it is a word) husband, spent lots of money traveling (broke, but worth it), and looking forward to decorating our future home! Congratulations to the four of you!
Rachelle says
West me! Since 2007 I have gotten my master’s degree, got married, moved to two different states, 2 different jobs and we bought our first home!
baltimoremom says
WEST ME! Since 2007, we had our third child. We can’t imagine life without her!
jessica w. says
“WEST ME” in 2007 I was engaged and about done with college, I know am married, have my second job, and have been so blessed. Maybe I should get a tattoo sometime soon!
Thanks for doing such an awesome job with your blog, you two are truly an inspiration and such talented people!
Kristen says
WEST ME!
Not much has changed in 4 years … same job, same good friend & more — everthing is still great :)