***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
Well, after a blog-busting (literally) 18,018 entries across two posts (the first one got overloaded after reaching 10,680 entries so we had to start a second one) we finally have one lucky winner in what has become our biggest giveaway to date. In case anyone was worried about how this would all be tallied, we used random.org to generate a random number between 1 and 18,018 and located the comment that correlated with that number across both posts (although you guys can no longer access the comments on the first post, they’re all visible to us in our WordPress dashboard, so we were also able to confirm that our winner did not have any duplicate entries as we always do). So let’s get to the good news: the winner of a $500 West Elm gift card is… CATHERINE (who must be a Richmonder because she, like us, is sad that our local Short Pump West Elm store is no longer open). Congrats Catherine – and happy shopping! Not that we’re jealous. Wait, we are.
Wow, so apparently we hit comment capacity on our big $500 blogiversary giveaway from West Elm. We didn’t even know that could happen! It appears that the original post is too overloaded to accept any more comments, but the ones that were entered will still be counted (so please don’t enter again on this one if you already entered that one or your entries will be invalidated).
We’ve created this post to continue accepting new entries (from folks who didn’t enter the first one) until the giveaway ends at 8pm EST on Wednesday, September 21st OR when this post reaches 10,000 comments, whichever comes first. To recap, we’ve included the entry instructions and details below.
- PRIZE: A $500 gift card to West Elm (!!) courtesy of their new blog Front & Main
- TO ENTER: Comment on this 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.
Tabitha says
WEST ME!!!! BABY, BABY- PLEASE!!!
In 2007, we had recently moved into our first townhouse. In 2011, we have a renovated kitchen and are in the process of renovating our bathroom. Slowly, but surely, we’re creating spaces that we love :)
Dymphi says
WEST ME !!
We have gained two beautiful daughter-in-laws and we are looking forward to the birth of our first granddaughter.
We would love to win this for our son and his wife, who just bought their first home.
Ronda says
West Me!!
In 2007 I graduated from college and started working full time. Oh how I wish I could go back to being a carefree college student!
Rachel Allmen says
West me
In 2007, my husband and I were busily looking for opportunities to teach overseas. From 2008-2010 we did a teaching stint in China but now we are back. Oh yeah and in 2007 I was not ready for kids yet, but now I’m rocking a 4 month old baby in the ergo.
Dani Kim says
west me! I have gotten married and moved to a new area in Brooklyn since then. I used to live in Astoria–your old stomping ground!
Meagan Lewis says
WEST ME. I moved to a new city, St. Louis, to have more career opportunities. My roommate and I decorated our apartment, and I’m always looking to YHL for inspiration on new design/organization/money-saving tips. Your blog continues to improve, and as you can see, we all love you for it! Congrats on your blog anniversary, keep up the great work!
Sara Dean says
2007 changed my life! Got married, moved from TX to South Dakota. Today, I live in TX again (with my husband), we have 2 dogs, and a baby on the way!!! Way different.
Kayce says
Please West Me!
I am living in a new place, my kiddos are growing up and we are celebrating our blessed life along the way!
Jenn says
West Me!
In ’07 I was a newlywed. Now I’m about to celebrate my 5 year anniversary and my son’s first birthday! Life is so very sweet.
Liz A. says
WEST ME!!! I have a new home, a new office (in a new job) a new Masters degree that allowed me to get the new job, then the new office, and then the new home…
Jessica Lorance says
WEST ME!
I am now getting married to my fiance who was but a boyfriend 4 years ago…
Nicole says
West me. Glad I checked in today,
kelsey says
WEST ME!
Meghan says
West me!
Sarah says
WEST ME!
We bought our first home 3 years ago and are married now, and in 2007 I wasn’t interested in Home Improvement and DIY blogs but since becoming a homeowner, your blog is a daily necessity :)
Megan M says
WEST ME! I went from renting to owning!
Cinamon says
WEST ME!!! Oh wow, has life changed since 2007. Since then um, let’s see…moved 4 times, lived in 2 different states, have had 2 different jobs, got married, bought my first house, started renovating my first house, had my first baby…am now a stay at home momma, still renovating my first house…loving life with my beautiful family!
Megan says
West me!
Life is very different! New state, new house, new job, new hubby!! :)
Shelly says
WEST ME!!
Since 2007 I have gotten married, had 2 kids, quit my job to stay home with them, and started fixing up our cozy little first house on a shoestring budget as a hobby. I am grateful every morning when I wake up. Wouldn’t have pictured myself this way 4 years ago, but wouldn’t have it any differently!
Meghan says
In 2007 I was a newlywed, college student. Now I I have a child, own a home, and have a bachelors and masters degree.
Lauren says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, moved to Atlanta and got engaged! Getting married in 59 days… Please WEST ME! :)
Dana B. says
WEST ME! Getting married, buying a house, becoming aunt and uncle to 6 nieces and nephews – it’s been a busy 4 years! Congrats on the blog – LOVE IT!
Pam says
WEST ME!
In 2007 we lived in our first house! Now we live in our 2nd house. Looking back, it’s crazy to see how much our design style has changed over the last 4 years! West elm is one of our FAVS so this would defiantly help out!
Rebecca S. says
WEST ME please! :)
2007 – got married (on our 7 year anniversary!), started a teaching job
Since then, we have moved twice, bought a house, and have been gradually decorating our beautiful home.
However, gradually is the key word… would love this gift card! :)
Susanna B. says
WEST ME!
In 4 years I graduated college, started my career, bought a house, got married. How typical and boring!
Mary says
West me!!!
I got married in 2007!
Elizabeth Flemming says
West me!
New house, new job, and a baby since 2007! :)
Mike says
WEST ME!
Since ’07, I’ve started my adult life and purchased a home with my girlfriend (soon to be wife). She makes me read this blog for decorating ideas, and, (shocker) most of the time I really enjoy it.
We’re West Elm lovers as well. Just bought the Jute Herringbone Rug for our living room.
Billie McIntosh says
WEST ME In 2007 our family was adjusting to moving into a new house in a new country. We had moved from Canada to Florida late in 2006. Big changes all the way around.. and more sun and no snow!
Anastasia says
West Me!
I got married, bought a house and acquired a classic car!
Merideth says
WEST ME
4 years ago, I lost my mom to liver disease :(
Divah says
West me! In 2007 I was still in college and just started dating a new boyfriend. He is now my husband.
Caleb says
Wow, I’m glad I came across this site by accident! My wife always talks about things she likes at West Elm. I would love to win this for her. We got married in 2008 and had a daughter in 2010 so that is what has happened to us since 2007. It’s been a great 4 years.
WEST ME!
KAYLA says
WEST ME!
in 2007 we didn’t have our daughter kate. what an amazing difference she has made in my life.
Liz says
WEST ME
I am now a married homeowner with a doctorate instead of a single student renting a dinky apartment!
Jamie says
WEST ME! Everything is differing for me than it was in 2007 and all for the better. I have two new degrees and a new city to call home. Love your blog, thanks for everything you do.
Sheleah Fletcher says
West Me! How has my life changed in 4 years. Well I went from having one beautiful little girl named Elianna to having 3 kids (Phoebe 3, and Jett 2). Also I went from living in Syracuse NY to living in Florida. Little different. Love West Elm and love YHL!
Bernie Q. says
WEST ME! In 2007, I married my best friend:) Four years later, we have two beautiful kids and a dog:)
Aubry says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I’ve graduated college had two different jobs, met my husband, gotten married and moved to a new city.
Laura Davey says
West Me. Moved & new job
crystal l. says
West me!!! I graduated, bought a house, and started a new job!
Billy Bakker says
WEST ME!!!! 4 years, a new home and a new family! Life is good!
Elise says
WEST ME please!!!!
Since 2007… bought a house, had a baby, had another baby, you know… been busy!
Brandy says
WEST ME!
In the last 4 years I bought a house, got married and fell in love with young house love! :)
Anzhela Tesker says
West ME! In four years I finally became a registered nurse, got engaged and had twins a boy and girl, they are 2yrs and 5 months and they are my pride and joy!
Ellen says
WEST ME!
4 years ago I was dating my now husband and loving life just like we are today!
LeighS says
West me! Same job, house, and hubby, but new dog!
april says
WEST ME!!
In 2007 we finally had our first baby after trying for quite a while. Since then we have moved into our second home and added two more little ones to our family…needless to say it has been a busy four years!
freddie says
West me! I live in a new city, new house, and new job!
Stephanie says
WEST ME! In 2007, I was a sophomore in college. Now, I am in a new city making a career for myself!
Rebeca says
West Me! Since 2007 I’ve gotten married to my awesome husband and are now about to buy our first house! I am tremendously blessed!!