***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.
jenni o says
West me!
very different, we were on the hunt to buy our first house at the end of 2007
Adee says
West Me!!!
Sara W. says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007, I have been blessed with an amazing husband and a 5 month old son. It is crazy how much your life can change in a couple years!!
Meaningfulgrrrl says
West Me
Then: 4th yr grad school, single, g-school apartment
Now: 3rd yr faculty, married, lived in condo alone and now in house with the new husby
Lana says
West Me…
Since 2007 we have become the proud parents of a firey little red headed daughter…ok, wait, if I am being honest, she has orange hair, not red.
Seriously, why do we call it red, when red heads really have hair that looks orange???
Emily says
West Me! I am now married, live in Michigan as opposed to Chicago…and about a hundred other things!
Angela says
West Me!!!!
We have moved 2 times since 2007 and also welcomed our 2nd child!
Casey says
WEST ME!!!
Four years ago I was a sr. in high school, un-married, and completely clueless as to what career path I wanted to take!
Ashleigh says
West Me! Four years ago, about this time, I met the man I would eventually marry. (Our one-year anniversary is Sunday.) Yay four years ago!
Amanda says
West me!! My life is completely different than it was in 2007. Back then I was a newlywed and in college living in Texas, now I’m a stay-at-home mom with 2 adorable little boys living in NoVA. Amazing how time flies!!!
Congrats, John and Sherry, for another awesome year! :)
Lauren H. says
West me!
In 2007 I graduated from high school… and now I’m working towards a Master’s degree! What a difference – I can’t believe it has been 4 years either!
katie scherer says
West Me Please!!!!
Amber says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I lived in an apartment. The following year I bought a house and have been DIYing projects ever since. Thanks for all the inspiration!
Kimberly says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I moved to a new city (San Diego), graduated high school, began freelance writing, became an aunt, got engaged, and moved into our first apartment. I can only imagine how different it will be another 4 years from now!
Congrats on your blogiversary!
Cate says
West Me! What a great giveaway! What’s changed since 2007? New job, new blog, and about to be a first time homebuyer!
Laura says
WEST ME!! Everything has changed since 2007! New city, new job, and my first home!
Laurel says
WEST ME!!!!
A lot has changed since 2007, but my boyfriend and I are still dating and very happy!
Meg says
WEST ME!!!
So many things have changed since 2007! I live in a new city, have a new husband, and a new home (that I’m re-decorating and getting TONS of inspiration from your blog…), a new fabulous life!!! Congrats on your amazing blog!
Nicole says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007, I’ve had a baby boy! And bought a house…that is is desperate need of West Elm things!!
Heather says
WEST ME! My husband and I were married in 2007 as well. Since then we also had a beautiful daughter and now we are expecting our second child!
Jessica George says
WEST ME please! Lots – new job, house, boyfriend, cat, and some great new friends!
Sarah says
West Me! Since 2007, I have acquired a new cat, a new car and a new son!
Andrea K. says
West Me! Four years ago I just a just divorced girl with 2 little boys. Now I am remarried, with two tweenish little men and trying for another child. To quote my oldest “I love our family”. Life is GOOD!
JOANNE PARDO says
WEST ME!
2007=no kids.
2011=2 kids.
my world hasnt been the same since!
Monica M says
WEST ME!!
Well I have 2 more kids since 2011! :) Woo hoo!
Happy 4 years guys!
Monica says
WEST ME!
Changes…My sweet toddler/baby is now a very opinionated first grader! Still sweet though.
carrie says
WEST ME!
OMG…nothing has changed! Kidding! My husband and I now live in our own house vs. in our condo. We have the cutest and bestest bulldog (Dexter) in the whole world! I have a new blog: dietandridicule.com (a fitness blog vs. my old craft blog). And I’ve been at my job for the longest I’ve been at any job, which means I’m also drinking more! =)
Mh toth says
West me….we were in NC. With 2 girls, now in MI with 3 girls!
Brooke says
west me!!
since 2007 i started working at a job that i actually love! yay
Christina says
WEST ME!
Goodness…in 2007 I graduated from college, so since then I’ve moved four times, got married, had a baby, and bought a house.
Claire says
Around this time in 2007 I was making 3 trips a day to the hospital to be with my daughter in the NICU because she was born too early. Now she is as healthy as can be and celebrating her 4th birthday!
Shannon C. says
WEST ME
In 2007 I was first adjusting to a new place. Now I have a fabulous home and community!
EmilyG says
WEST ME!!!
In 2007 I was celebrating my first anniversary! Now I’ve got the same husband, but I’ve added a PhD, two dogs, and a two-year-old to the mix.
Erin says
WEST ME
Courtney says
WEST ME, please!
Goodness, 4 years ago tomorrow our 1st child was born!!
Sophia says
West me!!! In 2007 I was still living in NYC…I’ve moved since then but still miss it sometimes!
Kristina says
West ME….two girls 17 months apart…born in Jan 2009 and June 2010. I wouldn’t have life any other way :)
Kat says
WEST ME!
Bought a house, painted the whole house probably three times, fostered many wonderful dogs and cats (adopting only 2 of them myself!), and had a whole lot of fun in between!
Erin says
WEST ME! Please!
Since 2007 I have bought a house, switched jobs, become single after 8 years, and have a cute little doggie that makes me smile at least 100 times a day :)
Cara Hill says
WEST ME! New house, job, and city :)
weiya says
Wonderful husband and baby :)
Melissa Wielde says
WEST ME! :)
I moved to Los Angeles from Seattle… big change!
rhonda says
West Me!!! Putting 2 kids through college is a change since 2007!
Elle says
WEST ME!
Four years my husband and I had just moved into our first house. Now we’re finally at the point where it’s just about where we want it — time to think about moving. Oh, and we’ve added two sweet kiddos to the mix, too….
matt Scherer says
West ME!
Valerie says
WEST ME…because you know you want to!
Ashley says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, grad school, and lived in Scotland for two years!
xx
Heidi says
West me… So much has changed – moved back east via vermont after living in Colorado, married my hubby, changed jobs and bought a house! So much craziness!
Vanessa says
West me! I’ve become a parent since 2007 so life is 100% different!
Courtney H. says
“WEST ME” …since 2007 I’ve traveled the world, graduated college, started my first big girl job, met the guy i’m going to marry, bought a house, moved into my “I love my job” position, bought and sold 2 cars…whew! Apparently A LOT has happened in 4 years.