***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.
Lexi M. says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married and bought a house and changed jobs twice!
Jodi says
West Me!!!! In 2007 I had two daughters living at home, now I’m an empty nester always looking for new decorating ideas to change the scenery of my home. Love your blog!
Katie says
West me! My husband and I have bought a house since 2007…and it needs some West Elm love!
Jen says
WEST ME!
My life has changed quite a bit since 2007…in 2008 alone, we bought a house, got married and adopted a puppy all in a 3-month time span!
Stacy says
WEST ME!!
Gah. Everything is different since 2007. Heck 2011 is closer to 1997 for me than 2007.
NicholeSinas says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007 I’ve graduated undergrad, gotten my Master’s, and recently gotten married!
Jay says
WEST ME
I went from being a student with a boyfriend and no children to a married mommy on a career pause!
Thelma Musser says
WEST ME!!!!! I’ve acquired a gorgeous beautiful daughter and a lovely home since 2007.
Debbie Christensen says
WEST ME!
Andrea says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was engaged to my hubby. Now we have a baby, a mortgage and too little time to handle it all :)
Laura H says
West Me! In the last four years, I have moved cities, bought a house, had 4 different jobs and gotten a dog. I love my city, my house, the job that stuck and my little Cooper!
Kori says
WEST ME! I have come a long way from 2007, wouldn’t know where to start! All for the best though :-)
JD says
WEST ME!
Since 2007? Moved to NoVA, bought a house, renovating said house!
Elisabeth says
West Me!!!
Oh my gosh…my life is COMPLETELY different! My 2007 boyfriend (who I had only been dating for 6 months by that time), is now my husband. I’ve gone from a 2 bedroom condo to a 4 bedroom house, and now our first baby is on the way! Crazy.
Shawna says
WEST ME! Please!
Biggest change for us is a bean of our own, born 9/8/09.
Happy Blogiversary!
Dena says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I bought a new home and was able to take advantage of the first time home buyer incentive and was able to add many updates to my home that I just love!
Jenna says
WEST ME!
In 2007… I had just graduated from college and started graduate school, I moved back in with my parents :/, and I was just figuring out what I wanted to do with my life.
Now… I just got laid off from my first job :/, BUT I’m ENGAGED to the most amazing man, I’m living in a new city, I’m still trying to figure out what to do with my life, I have a tattoo, and we are about to move into our first house!
Caroline says
WEST ME, please!
Let’s see…in 2007 I was a senior in college, not married (but dating my now-hubby), living in Chapel Hill, and nannying on the side. Now I work fror ESPN radio, am married, own a home, have a sweet pup, and still love hanging out with the boys I used to nanny. :)
Andrea says
West me!!
Wow… so much is different! Got married, got jobs, bought a house, and just welcomed our first child, a girl, into our family!
Mary says
WEST ME please oh please!
In 2007, I had just finished my first year of college at James Madison. Now, I’m married and a stay at home mother! No more keg stands for me…
Kristy says
WEST ME!
I met my (to-be) husband in 2007, so since then we have gotten engaged, married, and bought our first house!
Stacey says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve earned a masters degree, moved cities, got married, bought a house, full time job – basically all that official adult stuff!
Jane says
Ha! We have basically the same post :-)
Regina says
West me, please! Thank you! :)
It wasn’t that long ago, but now that I think about all the things that are different, it seems nuts. New job, new husband, new home, new cat…
Kelly says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 we have had two adorable little kids. BIG changes in just 4 years.
Eleanor Worthy says
WEST ME!
Justina says
West Me!!
Everything is different for me since 2007. I live in a different state, am going to school for a different career, have a new house, and my little family has expanded by a new doggy and kitty.
Marilyn says
2007, I was 46 and my oldest child just got married. Now I have 2 grandsons and life has never been sweeter. Oh, and I discovered this cool blog about a young couple and their adventures remodeling. So awesome ;)
Lindsey says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve graduated from college, and become engaged! Time flies.
Susan says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, got married, moved across the country twice, and now pregnant with our 1st!
Kelly M says
WEST ME please!
A lot for us has changed as well. we welcomed a new baby girl and we just found out that we are expecting our second. I can’t wait to see what the next four years brings.
JMB says
“WEST ME!!!” Please :o) Since 2007, I’ve moved to a different state, gotten a new job, moved in with my boyfriend, bought a new house, run a half-marathon, and discovered YHL!!
Ilana says
WEST ME!!
I loooovee West Elm!
A lot is different. I’ve since graduated college, moved into my first real home and gotten engaged!
Kim says
WEST ME!!
Kid in college now ~ that is a big change!!
Mandy says
WEST ME, PLEASE!
In 2007, I moved into my very first apartment. It was tiny, complete with a cat, mismatched dishes, and a folding card table in the kitchen. Very college girl chic.
Today, I’m living in my second apartment with a different kind of roomie: the boyfriend. We’re currently on a furniture refinishing kick, having just finished a pair of hand-me down nightstands my Mom gave us. Oh yes, and there’s a cat in this apartment too. :)
Happy Blogiversary!
Leah says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve become a homeowner, mother to a 2-year-old and have another one on the way!
Kristin says
West me…new house, third child, and in desperate need of a new light from West Elm!
shibahn guerre says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, WOW a lot has changed. I am now married to a wonderful man and we have the best puppy in the world! We also bought a house, and I have a new job. Plus, we have learned how to update our house over the past 2 yrs using YHL tips and advice! Here’s to another great 4 yrs…
abriana says
WEST ME!
My life is completely different… for the better in all ways!
In four years I got married, had two kids, moved three times, and got a crazy Goldendoodle! It’s been great!
Amanda says
WEST ME
In 2007 I gave birth to our first son. Now I’m awaiting the arrival of baby number 3!!!
Darbi says
WEST ME!
My life has changed big time. I have a new job and live in a new town! Major changes going on over here!
Jenny says
WEST ME!!!
Let’s see I’ve graduate from TU, gotten married, gotten my first “real” job, bought a house, and have a new dog! Lots of changes in 4 years :)
Lou says
West me! Back in ’07 I was still in college. Now I’ve bought my first place and I’ve been here for less than a month! I would put the ole elmsies gift card to good use and fast!
Sara says
WEST ME!!!!!!
Too much has changed since 2007!
Happy blogaversary – congrats you guys!
Kinnic says
WEST ME pretty, pretty please. Oh, I beg you…
In 2007 I got a Masters degree then ran off to be with my boyfriend. Now we’re married, live in a nice home, and have the sweetest black poodle named Leo.
Katie R says
West Me! In 2007, I was just about to get married, finishing up my senior year of undergrad, and had no idea I would fall in love with our new house only a few short years later!
JenniB says
WEST ME !!!
Let’s see…. I’ve started a new job, gotten married, built a house, lived there 3yrs, sold a house, travelled, switched jobs, & bought a condo in the city. Phew!!!
Nancy says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I got graduated college, got married, had two kids and started my Graduate degree.
Tamsen says
WEST ME!!!
In 2007 I was in my freshman year of college at University of Oregon, sleeping in, studying, playing frisbee… Now I have my first “big girl” apartment with my boyfriend and my first “big girl” job at an ad firm in Portland, OR!
I love reading your blog! So many inspiring ideas!
love love love!
Tamsen
Ann says
WEST ME! My world has pretty much changed in every way in the past 4 years. I married my husband, moved to the suburbs, quit my corporate job, and am expecting a baby in December!
Kelsey says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was living in a crusty old dorm room, now I own a wonderful 1920s house that I share with my husband!