***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.
Rebecca says
WEST ME!
A lot has change since 2007…I’m married, and we just bought a new house six months ago!
Heather C says
WEST ELM ME PLEASE!!!!
2007 I was full time in the military now I am a stay at home mom with the best little guy in the WORLD! :)
lindsey g says
West me! please, please, please!! ;)
I was a sophomore in college in 2007! So many worries then that I sure cant remember today, funny how those all seem “less” years later!!
Amanda says
West Me! In 2007 I was still in college and just started as an intern. Now I work full time, own chickens and a small farm and am getting married in 11 days!!
Dawn says
WEST ME! Four years ago my husband had a great job and I was working part-time. Now – husband looking for a job and me working full-time. Plus the kids are teenagers now (I miss those easy elementary school days!)
Ekaterina says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I have completed a number of DIY projects and so much more!
Audrey says
WEST ME
One difference is my daughters are now older (14 and 12) and i no longer have to pay for daycare!! and… i bought my new car, and payments are almost done!!
janice says
WEST ME please!!
New baby, new home, new job since 2007! What a different life I have now.
Susan says
WEST ME!! Staying at home with my two sweet children now…which is why I would LOVE $500. to spend at West Elm!! Please, please!!
Amy S. says
West Me!
We recently cleared out our whole living room and are starting fresh. Can’t decide on the color scheme. We might even paint it some adventurous color (we have never painted our walls anything but white and bone before, but we are starting to gather our courage!)
ashley says
WEST ME! In 2007 I was a newly engaged girl having just moved to a big city. Now I’m married, own my first house AND have a dog!
Molly says
WEST ME! Since 2007, I have gotten married, completed my Master’s degree in education, and am expecting our first baby due in just four weeks. Happy blogiversary!
Allisen says
WEST ME!
New job, new city, a husband, two dogs, and most importantly why I NEED this now, our first house!!!
Christie says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was a senior in college with no idea where life was taking me – now I am in a wonderful relationship, live in a real grown-up house, with a real grown-up job, and have a not-so-grown-up puppy named Jack Daniels!
Happy 4 year blog-iversary….you two are amazing and deserve all the best!
Kat says
WEST ME!! I wanted to be wested!!
In 2007 I was living in Africa and was a grubby Peace Corps Volunteer. Now I’m a manager at non-profit in Seattle and I shower most days.
Sally says
West ME!!!! Since 2007: married, moved, baby, & house
Devon says
West Me! Bought a new house and got married!
Amy says
WEST ME!
4 years ago I due to have our son in a little over a month. We were living in our own home and prepping for our little boy to change our lives as we knew it. Now 4 years later we are prepping to celebrate our little boys 4th birthday party and living with my in-laws to save money from losing dough on the sale of our home we out grew in a bad market.
Sara Rogers says
WEST ME please!!!
In 2007 I was in an awful relationship, that has since ended and I am now in a wonderful relationship and living with the man I hope to some day marry!
Britt says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was just starting out as a teacher in the suburbs. Now I’m living in the big city with my wonderful new husband!
Congrats on 4 years!!!!!
Spencer says
WEST ME!
EssEmmBee says
West Me! Please =)
Sarah Cathers says
WEST ME!
But, did you notice that they listed Burger’s name as “Hamburger”? Is that his “real” name with Burger as a nickname? Or, does Front and Main owe Burger an apology?
Holly says
West me!
I have a new baby girl (as of June 2011)!
Stephanie says
WEST ME!!
I am way busier!
Emily says
WEST ME!!!
Hmmm… let’s see, new job, new dog, new car, all good things :)
Chrissy says
West Me!
I am in a new place which your blog helps give new decorating ideas all the time. I also have a new part time job and several new tattoos.
Ellen says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I had just lost one of my dearest friends, and just met a guy I thought was cute. Now, I’ve got the dearest of husbands and I can think of my friend without reliving the loss. So, it’s been a blessed 4 years!
Amy Marie says
WEST ME! My life is crazy different. New job, marriage, and a sweet baby boy. It has been a good four years. :)
Lia B. says
WEST ME!
Four years ago I was still in grad school to become a midwife, had just gotten engaged, and wasn’t pregnant :)
Marcia says
WEST ME
In 2007, I was just starting grad school.
Kristin G says
WEST ME! In 2007, I wasn’t married, living in Ohio and was in grad school. Now I’m married to the best guy, expecting our first child and live in Virginia!
Karen says
WEST ME please!
Since 2007 I have worked hard to embrace a healthier lifestyle which has lead to a much more happier me! From exercising and healthier cooking to de-cluttering my life of all “junk” (in so many different meanings of the word) I’ve grown into a much better daughter, sister, cousin, niece,girlfriend and person.
kimb says
“WEST ME…”
Four years ago we just bought our house (100yr old red brick) and have been working on it ever since.
Megan Matherne says
West Me.
West Me, Baby!!
In the last four years, my husband and I went from one kiddo to two. Which means parenting went from “awe, parenting is so lovely” to “holy smokes, you kids are driving me NUTS!!!” (I exagerate, sort of…)
Jenn says
WEST ME!!!!
My life is completely different (& better) than it was in 2007…
-I graduated college
-Got my first full time job teaching Interior Design, Culinary Arts, and Fashion Design at a high school.
-Moved into my first apartment of my own in a new city:)
-Found younghouselove.com which completely changed my life (for real)!
Jill says
WEST ME
In 2007 we had a chubby 1 yr. old running around. Now, the 1 yr. old is a big kindergartener, his 1.5 yr. old sister is running around and Mom and Dad have a few more laugh lines!
Erin C says
WEST ME!!
My life is COMPLETELY different than it was in 2007! I was just graduating college in 2007, now I am married, have a house, a dog, and 4 month old twins who are the light of my life!! I am very blessed! Its amazing what can happen in 4 years!!
Lindsay says
WEST ME!
I’ve definitely had a lot of changes since 2007…new house, a husband, new job, & now I’m pursuing a second bachelors degree.
Happy 4 years YHL!
elizabeth says
WEST ME!!! since 2007, i’ve bought a house, had a baby, and started a business. life is good!
Jen B says
WEST ME!!!
Katie T. says
WEST ME!! Married, homeowner, and new job!!! Can’t wait to see what the next 4 bring!
shannon says
WEST ME!
Everything is different for me than it was in 2007–I’ve gotten married, we have a new (to us)house, new job, and expecting a baby any day now…lots of change in the last 4 years!
Melanie @ Mailbox Journey says
West Me, Please Please Please!
In 2007 I graduated High School & entered my 1st real relationship (our 4 year anniversary is in October!)
Katy P says
West me! Happy 4 year blogaversery!
Four years ago I was one year into my marriage to my very best friend. We lived in Nashville and loved our life as a couple.
Now? We have an almost-2-year old, another boy on the way in November, and we live in Illinois. We’re 5 years into our marriage and loving our life as a family of 3, almost 4!
Becky says
WEST ME!!!!!
New things for me since 2007 include a new house, a husband, a new job, and a baby on the way! Its funny how quickly things change! :)
Lindsey d. says
WEST ME!
This time in 2007 I was trying to snag a job back in my hometown. Fast forward four years later and I got the job, moved back to Louisiana from Dallas, changed jobs, bought a house, realized just how DIY as a single girl on a budget can be, gained 50 pounds, lost 50 pounds, ran my first 10K, my first two triathlons and am training for a duathlon. Hoping the next four years are just as fabulous for you and for me!
Brynn says
WEST ME! In the last 4 years I’ve gotten married, moved to a new state, went back to school, changed careers to something I love (interior design!), bought our first house and got our dog. Just a few minor changes! It’s kinda fun thinking back to all that craziness.
Maria says
WEST ME PLEASE!
Tressa says
West Me….please! Want to finish our lower level and gave not found the money tree!