***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.
Michelle says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I graduated from college, got married, moved across the country, and started a new career. Lot’s of changes, but they’re all working out great!
Shannon says
West me, please! In 2007 I had one cutie – now proud mama to two! ;)
Julianne says
WEST ME!!
Everything is different from 2007! New City, New Job, Sweet Little Doggie, a Beautiful Home and an AMAZING Husband!
Lori says
WEST ME, please!
New career and new city since 2007–lots of changes.
Katy says
West me!
In the last four years, I’ve graduated from high school, started college twice, moved four times, gotten married, started my career and adopted a couple of cats!
CC says
WEST ME!
a lot has changed since 2007, I finished school, got married, changed jobs and moved from Alabama to Florida!
Jessica Anderson says
West me! Life is so different… Got married, graudated college, got my first “real” job, bought a house!
Stephanie says
WEST ME!
Four years ago I was a Junior in college – and now I’m a “Junior” in grad school!
Karen says
WEST ME (please)!!!!
In 2007 I was graduating from JMU (go Dukes!). Since then I’ve gone to graduate school, moved to Richmond and into my first apartment, and begun my career. Can’t wait to see what the next 4 years brings for everyone!
Katie says
West me, please! Very exciting.
melissa says
West me….In 4 short years our lives have changed quite a bit! we went from a family of 3 to 5, and from an apartment to a home!
Melissa
lisa says
West Me!!
Engaged 07
Married 08
Son born 09
1st house in burbs 09
Left job 10
Daughter 11
Just a few things!!haha
Jenny says
West Me! My life is different because I am now living in a house instead of a tiny condo and I have one child with another on the way. Wow!
Katie Carroll says
WEST ME! Golly…i’m not a newlywed anymore and we are not apartment dwellers anymore…i’d love the gc!
Lauren says
WEST ME!!
This time 4 years ago, I had a 5 month old little boy. Now I have 2 boys, one 4 1/2 and the other 2!
Kacie says
WEST ME! We are building a new kitchen! Would love to win this!
Kacie
http://www.acollectionofpassions.com/
Rebecca Beevers says
WEST ME, please!
In 2004, my children were 2 and newborn. Biggest change in 4 years…occasionally I get to have a hot cup of coffee and a good night’s sleep.
Jamie says
WEST ME! and as far as what has changed, well some things, but since I spent 2000-2007 moving every 6 months! (including 2 cross country trips) I am pretty glad that I just managed to live in ONE place for 4 years!
Mish says
west me
since 2007 i have had 2 kids get married and redecorated my home, and my beach house!
Christina Marie says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve graduated college, gotten a full-time job, a puppy, an apartment and started a side business.
Emily says
West me!! :)
Lots has changed since 2007 – graduated college, got a job, got married, bought a house, moved to a new city, sold a house, had a baby, bought a new house, and now having another baby!! Whew!
Katie says
WEST ME!
Happy blogiversary! In 2007 I was living the dream of a college senior. New city, new job(s) and my parents pay for nothing now. Neat. I’ll be crying at my desk in the real world if you need me.
Jen says
WEST ME!
So much has changed for me since 2007! I started a new relationship, got married, started a new job, moved out of my one bedroom apartment and into a 2 story home with my husband, turned 30, bought 2 different cars (but totaled one of them – oops), finally traveled outside of the country for the first time, AND got my first tattoo (for REALS!). Life has changed, and life is GOOD!
Courtney says
West me please! New husband and house (and cat!) since 2007 :-)
Bridgette says
West ME! West ME! West Me!
New job, “New-to Me” House, New car, New Motorcycle– Lots of exciting upgrades.
Erin N. says
WEST ME! Oh boy. 2007. Well, I was a newlywed, not a 5-years-wed, with a puppy that’s now a dog, a ferret who’s now gone (miss ya, lil buddy) and a crappy apartment that we traded in for a gorgeous house!
What a difference 4 years makes!
Becca says
Oh please, for the love of all things holy, WEST ME! Since 2007 everything has changed – I got married, we bought our first house, a major fixer upper you can see on our blog, and we’re currently in the middle of a HUGE kitchen/bathroom/half bath remodel! West Elm could seriously help us decorate our new rooms!
Erin says
West me!
A lot has changed – in 2007 I was still in college, dating my now-husband, living in a dorm. Now we’re on our second house, a fixer upper… and the one thing that hasn’t changed is carting our bathroom necessities up to the second floor bath b/c the first floor bath is in a state of disrepair. Haha!
Crystal says
WEST ME! :)
Life is very different but much better – New place, car, relationship, outlook on life, work location, and happier than ever before.
Sarah Kenworthy says
WEST ME!!!
Since 2007 I’ve ended a bad relationship and started an incredible new one, found a job that I actually enjoy and bought my first home! The last few years have really been a time where I’ve stared out on my own life and I’m loving every minute of it!
Brad says
west me!
new job —-> new girlfriend —-> new house —-> new wife
Christa says
WEST ME
Four years ago we lived in the same house with two preschoolers kids. Now we have two grade schoolers and a baby.
Rebecca says
West Me!
Since 2007, I’ve moved, got married, bought a house, and had a baby!
Rachel says
West me!!
Since 2007 I have graduated college, got a fantastic job, married my love, and started grad school. Next year I hope I can say that we are also now homeowners!
Shannon says
WEST ME!
I can say yes to almost all the things you listed. Since 2007, my husband and I have moved to a new house, we’ve both changed jobs, and I’ve had a few different hair colors. Also, this time 4 years ago, we had a 6 month old baby girl, and now we have a 4.5 year old daredevil who wanted to ride the big roller coasters this weekend at Six Flags. : ) Wouldn’t change a thing except for that unfortunate shade of strawberry blonde this spring.
Christy M says
WEST ME please please please! :)
Jamie says
WEST ME!
Weeeelll, I guess having 2 more kids and moving to a new state is my change. Life’s good, isn’t it? Congrats on making it 4 years and thanks for the inspiration!
Erin says
WEST ME! (Please!)
Probably the biggest change is moving back to my hometown and buying a house, which I renovated myself. You guys have a been a huge source of inspiration for me! Happy anniversary!
Dawn says
WEST ME!!!!!
Since 2007 I have not only added an amazing boyfriend to my life but I’ve also gotten older and creakier (why am I this creaky when I’m only in my mid to late 30s?) so I would love me a West Elm bed since we’re still sleeping on a mattress on a floor (aren’t I too old to still be living like a poor college student)?
Michaela J says
WEST ME!
A lot has changed since 2007. The most notable change is that I am now married and living a happy life in downtown Minneapolis with my husband!
Tracy says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007 I have graduated college, married my high school sweetheart and have been dreaming of home-ownership to try my hand at all things DIY! You guys are inspiring!!
Jessica J says
WEST ME! In 2007 I got married, since then we have had a son and bought a house! Whew!
Natalie Justice says
WEST ME!
In 4 years, I have gotten married, celebrated 3 years of marriage and we are expecting our first child in just weeks! Oh and we bought and sold a condo and bought a new home in December. Lots of exciting changes in the last 4 years.
Miranda says
WEST ME! in 2007, I was graduating high school! So much has changed!!
Ellen says
WEST ME!
I’m married and I’ve moved to Los Angeles from Birmingham, AL.
Colleen says
West Me! West Me!
In the last 4 years I have gotten married, bought a house, got a puppy and had a baby! couldn’t be better :)
Kristin says
WEST ME!!!
We live in a house instead of an apartment!
Kim says
WEST ME please!!
So much has changed, I finished my Phd, got married, moved to California, stared fixing up our first house, phew! Tons!
Happy Blogiversary! You guys make my workday go so much faster, I love it! I even save up the weekend posts to make Monday a good day :) You rock!
Kim
Ang says
WEST ME!
Since, 2007, I have finished grad school, gotten engaged, married, and puppied!
Alyssa H says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was graduating high school and getting married (So young, I know!) and now I’m still married & a SAHM to an almost one year old little boy. :)