***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.
Stephanie says
WEST ME!
Everything is different, and better!
Dawn says
West me! I have a toddler and one more on the way since 2007!
Kristin says
WEST ME!!!
4 years ago my husband and I had just bought our first home…and at this point we had knocked down 3 walls and were kitchen-less. Time fly’s by when you are having fun!!
Katie in DC says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I graduated from college (in IN). Now I live in DC, have graduated from law school, and have a new relationship!
Christine says
West Me!
Since 2007 I have a new social security card with a new last name, a new drivers license with a new state of residence, and working on surviving our 3rd season of planting and harvesting. Success!
Courtney says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007…same great husband, same crazy dog, new city and new house, and best of all two beautiful, perfect boys!
Rosanne says
West Me Please!
4 years ago…same job, house, hubby. Thinking I better make some changes and so new stuff from West Elm would certainly help.
CourtneyD says
Since you started your blog in 2007 – I have made two entire people (from scratch!- my daughter is almost 4, and my son is almost 3 years old), we’ve added an addition to our house, and this summer I started a baking business out of my home! I started reading your blog in 2008 and you guys have been in my life ever since! Congrats on four very big years!!
CourtneyD says
Of course I meant to say “WEST ME!”
Kelly M says
WEST ME!
4 years ago today, I was an overwhelmed law student, single and living with my parents. Today I’m happily married, working in a firm I love, and decorating our new home!!
Julie says
WEST ME!!! Please. So much is new. Graduated school, bought a house, my first pet, a little pug. Life is good.
Elizabeth Jones says
WEST ME and I hope I win!
In 2007 I started my first “real” job, lived in a condo and had been married only a year. Now, in 2011, we just celebrated 5 years of marriage, have a house, one child and another on the way!
Laura says
West me!
2007- single culinary student in CO
2011- married graphic designer in WA
Happy blogiversary!
Jamie says
West me!! Please!
Love your blog! Just bought my first home! :)
Leah says
WEST ME please!
Lets see, since 2007 I have moved from the east coast to the west, completed 4 years of graduate school and got a new dog who is the love of my life! Lots of good changes and growth in the last 4 years!
Monica says
West Me Please!
2007 – eeek, new house, new town, new life!
Camilla Moss says
WEST ME!!! My world is different because the “baby” is now 4…and her older sister is 6! Love your blog. Thanks for all the effort that goes into it!!!
carrie says
WEST ME!
let’s see… since 2007: we’ve had two babies and bought a small farm. you might say my hands and heart are full. :)
Marcy says
WEST ME
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Jenny says
WEST ME! What’s changed since 2007? My boys have grown into outstanding young men! One graduating from high school this year and the other only a few years behind him!
Jennifer Coyle says
WEST ME!
I had just graduated and was still living at home with “mom and dad” as my roomates. Now im a newlywed and we are moving into our first home in a few days. We could really use this wonderful gift card!
Meredith says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, bought a new house, have a new job, and 3 months ago welcomed a baby girl to the family! Whew, I’m exhausted…
Kathie says
West Me! Since 2007, my husband and I have had a baby. He rocks our world!
Sravya says
West Me, please!
Things have changed so much since 2007! I finished college, got & left my first job, moved to a whole new country, went to grad school, lived in four different cities, faced unemployment, and best of all – met and married the awesomest guy ever!
Elizabeth says
WEST ME!!!
In 2007, I was without my 3 kiddos and beginning a new job!
Ronda says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I didn’t have any kids. I now have a 16 month old and am pregnant with #2.. what a different life! I love it though (MOST of the time):)
Mehgan says
WEST ME!
Lots of changes in the past 4 years, new job, new hubby, new degree, new house. Who knows what might happen in the next 4 years, babies, perhaps? :)
Melissa says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve wrapped up undergrad and graduate school, got my CPA license, got my first “career” job, moved to a new city and got engaged! A big couple of years!
Amanda W says
West Me!
I’m now a wife with a helpful husband who loves helping me spruce up the house! Life is good!
Monica says
WEST ME!
2007 was a big year for me! I gave birth to my 3rd child! It was a great year…the calm before the storm of 2008.
EKR says
WEST ME!
Living in a new state, new husband, new job, new hair color, new tattoo’s – what else isn’t different?
jordyn says
WEST ME! In 2007 I was still in college, just meeting my now husband. Now we live in beautiful Charleston, SC and I have my own design business. We’re still so happy and constantly dreaming of the next place to travel, so as much as things change, everything still somehow feels so much the same.
Jane says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve moved to the Midwest, gotten married, had a baby, and bought a house!
Greta says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007 I graduated, got a puppy, got a job, bought a my first house, got married, and started reading blogs!
Angie says
WEST ME!!! I would LOVE this!! Congrats on 4 years!!
Nancy says
West me, please! Just found out we need a new furnace. :-(
Mary Ellen says
West me!
Since 2007, I married the love of my life and bought a home and am hoping to make another addition soon!
Ashley says
WEST ME!!! Everything is different! Got married, bought a house, got a dog (we love you, Chester!!), and had a beautiful baby boy. What a difference a few years make!
jennifer says
WEST ME! Wow, since 2007 I graduated college, got married, bought a house, got a dog, and had a baby!!! what what!
Lindsay B. says
WEST ME!
I feel like not much has changed at all… maybe it is time for a change!
Laura says
West me!
In 2007 I was a sophomore in college and dating someone not right for me. Now I’ve graduated, I’m a teacher, and I’m engaged to the best guy in the world!
Elizabeth says
WEST ME!!
4 Years ago I was still in high school and since then I’ve been in and out of a serious relationship, to two different colleges, and have gotten a part-time job at anthro to help get me through UVa!!
Shayna says
WEST ME.
A lot has change, finished school, bought a condo, got married!
Elizabeth says
West me! 2007, my husband and I were mid-century ranching it sans kid and making last minute trips to Vegas for weekend fun. Now we’re in the burbs and jazz it up every Friday with a Digiorno pizza — and love every minute.
But we could really use some awesome WE furniture!!! Or rugs! Or lamps!
claire says
WEST ME! :)
RJ says
WEST ME! Since 2007 (a/k/a pre-recession) – I’ve been laid off twice and moved 4 times. But a ton of good things have happened too! :)
Shannon says
WEST ME!!!
The last 4 years has brought me squarely into my 30s with a house, two children, and a minivan. I’m still trying to figure out how that happened…
Thanks for the giveaway and inspiration to keep moving forward to transform our little ranch from a house into a home!
Tracy says
WEST ME please!
In 2007 I had 2 girls now I have 4! The last two were twins.
Happy blog anniversary. You guys have inspired me to do many home projects. I now have a beautiful gallery wall, tons of painted furniture and a husband that built a console table. Keep up your good work. I love how you show your costs and try to do things most affordably. Thanks.
Lindsy says
WEST ME!
Wow,since 2007…finished grad school, moved to a new city, got my first “real” job, bought a house, got married. Life is good…
Gretchen says
WEST ME!
New city (Miami to Oakland), new home, renovation, marriage!
Jennifer says
West Me!
In 2007 I was newly engaged and planning the wedding of my dreams. Today I’m a happily married stay at home mom to a most perfect little 2 year old boy and almost 21 weeks pregnant with his little brother!