***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.
JZ says
WEST ME!
Married now!
Rachael Gentry says
WEST ME please :-) So many things have changed in my life since 2007, i had my daughter Ava, finished my bachelors and masters degree and i am now a Physician Assistant. I Have lived in Georgia, Texas and Florida… getting ready to head back to GA. I know crazy! So this giveaway would allow me to decorate my house that i have been away from for 2 years :-) Thank for this opportunity!
kelly wilcock says
“WEST ME!”
Since 2007 we have had 2 kids and a big move. So yeah, life is just a bit different.
Phoebe says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I had a great job, a two-year-old, and a nine-year-old. Now I a have crappy job and an amazing first grader and 13-year-old who more than make up for the loss of a good job. In this economy, I’m just happy that I can provide for them. Now, I’d like to provide for my bedroom with a West Elm spree.
Kristin says
WEST ME please!!! In 2007 I had just graduated from college, got engaged, moved to a new town, and started a new job. Sure, I’m more “settled” now, but life is just as hectic and exciting!
katie says
West me!! Back in ’07 I was 21 and “living it up”… now I own my own home and have all the responsibilities that come with it :) I wouldn’t go back!
Jill says
WEST ME!
Biggest change is hands down our 1.5 year old baby girl!
Dan says
WEST ME!
Added a wife, kid, house, dog, and a pair of jeans!
kelley says
WEST ME!
In the past four years, my husband and I got a new house and have had two beautiful little girls. Quite the four years!!
Kristin Hardwick says
WEST ME please!
In 2007 I was a nanny in NY. Now I am married, own a home in NH, work for a brokerage firm, and am starting my own Photography business.
julie says
WEST ME! Since 9/07 I’ve gotten married, bought a house, and adopted 3 little kitties. Hopefully baby comes next!!
Lauren says
WEST ME!
4 years? Wow… a lot has changed in the past 9 months alone – broke up with my boyfriend of 3.5 years, bought my first house, got a promotion, started dating my new boyfriend… life is good. :) One of the best parts – started following your blog like 2.5 years ago…
amberO says
WEST ME!!!!!
Since 2007 I have gotten married & have a little one on the way. What a life changing 4 years!
Bonnie says
West me! In 2007 I was in college. Now I have an undergraduate degree and a Masters degree, a husband, a house, a second dog, and a baby due in 4 weeks. So much!
Kelli Jenkins says
In 2007 I was preparing for a wedding. Now I am happily married and we are expecting our first child!!! I am so blessed!
Alicia says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve become a proud mom of 2 little boys (1st in 2007, 2nd in 2011)…so yes its been an interesting 4 years. Congrats to you too!!
Erin Y. says
West me, please! Since 2007, I’ve moved twice (IL to MO to NC), adopted a second kitty, married my husband, bought a house (brick ranch, likes yours!) and been to Italy! Happy Blogiversary!
Laurie says
West Me! Since 2007 we have a little girl, a little boy and are in the process of moving across the country to a new house! Love your blog!
Kelli says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was in college. Now I have graduated, gotten married, have a “real” job, bought a house, and have two puppies!
Jill Z. says
West me!
2007 really does seem like a LONG time ago when I think about what has changed in my life. Since then I’ve: fallen in love, graduated from college, lived in two cities and four apartments, changed jobs three times, started grad school…
Allison says
West me please!!!! Since 2007 I have gotten married and our first child is due any day now!! Recently I have gotten really into decorating and making our home more comfortable/finished, this would be a huge help towards that goal!!
Congrats on 4 years!
Kate says
WEST ME!!!
Big changes since 2007. New house and lots of DIY renovations.
iwannabeKATE! says
WEST ME!!
In 2007, I was still in college and living in a dorm room that would have benefited from a West Elm shopping spree almost as much as my current apartment :-)
Katelyn says
WEST ME pretty please!!!
Since 2007 I’ve graduated college, began at my first grown-up job, and moved to the big city…now if I could only furnish and decorate my new place ;)
Amy says
WEST ME
Things are insanely different for us than they were in 2007. We have a two year old running around!
angel valerio says
West Me!
I had little kids 4 years ago. Now they are both in school:( And, I was young then and in my 20’s.
Gage says
West Me!!
I 2007 my husband and I bought our first home. :)
Stacey says
WEST ME!
4 years ago, my oldest son was still shorter than me, my middle son was beginning to show an interest in sports and my daughter was just entering toddler-hood…now, my oldest (12 y.o.) is as tall as I am (5’8″), my middle one is a 3-time baseball all-star and the “baby” is now a sassy kindergartener!!! time sure does fly… ;)
Marsha says
WEST ME!
In 2007 my daughter got married and in 30 days or so she will be having our first grandchild.
Ginney says
WEST ME!!
2007 great! I had just purchased my first home! Now I live in a different home, and the only thing seems to have stayed the same is the company I work for.
Emily says
WEST ME!
On this date in 2007, I was pregnant with my first child. Now I have two little boys to chase around every day: a 3-year-old and a 10-month-old. Life has never been better! :)
Anne says
WEST ME!
At this time in 2007, I was in my second year of college and nearly celebrating a year with my boyfriend. Now, he’s my husband and I’m in my second year (and thankfully last) of grad school!
Carolyn says
WEST ME!
Lots of new things – most especially incubating a business idea that in 2007 would’ve seemed completely unreasonable!
Kim says
West me!!!
Four years ago I was in the process of buying our first house…my how time flies!!
Taryn says
WEST ME! 2007 seems as if it was forever ago….I was a year into college and loving life. I am now married with a great job and home, still loving life. So much has changed but I am still as happy as ever :)
Colleen says
WEST ME, in the last 5 years I have gotten married and have baby #2 on it’s way!
Leah says
WEST ME!!!
Jessica says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007, I’ve gotten married, moved once, changed jobs once, and now we’re getting ready to welcome our first baby in December! So, yeah, a lot changes in 4 years!!
heather f' says
WEST ME!
I have 2 baby grandsons. 10 months and 1 month.
I have never had so much fun. I can’t imagine another 4 years from now. I hope we are playing pirates in the back yard
Heather
Shannon M. says
West Me!
Four years ago I was living and working in Chicago and looking for a career change. Decided to go back to school to get my nursing degree and now I am working as a NICU nurse in Cincinnati, Ohio and starting (this week!) to work on my masters in nursing in order to become a neonatal nurse practitioner….Couldn’t be happier with these amazing changes in the past four years!
Amanda says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was mom to one beautiful little girl. Now I have three amazing children, two of whom were adopted from South Korea. Talk about life changes!
Kim Walker says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I had a baby and now that baby is 4 years old and so big! Time flies.
Girl...get a life! says
WEST ME…
In the last four years, I’ve switched careers and moved into a new place…so I need this gift card to decorate. :)
kelsey says
WEST ME!
In the last four years, we added two kids, moved to a different house, renovated as much as we could and are now wating for things like $500 gift cards from West Elm to put the finishing touches on ;-)
Emily W. says
WEST ME! Back when you guys showed us your West Elm duvet cover, I went and ordered it (on sale) and apparently everyone else did too, because they ended up sending me an email saying they didn’t have any more! Bummer. But I still love their stuff. I love that new blue/white duvet cover!!
Michael D. says
I’m married, have a daughter and I just passed the Bar!
Tiffany P says
West ME!
In 2007 I was in a totally different place! Single and ready to mingle! Now I am married with a house!
Lizzie says
WEST ME!
Biggest difference since 2007 for me is my 2 year old, and our next one on the way. And we’ve moved, but that really wasn’t such a huge change!
CarrieK says
WEST ME!
Married in 2007! Still in the same house, but have a very different kitchen! Hopefully I will have a very different bathroom 4 years from now…
Lindsey Meek says
WEST ME!! :)