***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.
Tracy says
West Me!
4 years ago I had just moved to Boston and was in college! And took myself way too seriously ;)
Alison says
WEST ME!
In the past 4 years i have completely changed careers, moved cross-country, and bought a fabulous new condo!
Tonia says
WEST ME! :) How is my life different than it was in 2007? The list is endless but I shall keep it short (I’ll try)– I graduated college, was accepted into a competitive School Psychology graduate program, reconnected with the man I fell in love with at 16… oh and MARRIED him in my dream location– at the Point Judith Lighthouse in Narragansett, RI, bought a condo; and the best part of the past four years? Well that occured within the last month when I gave birth to my first child- the beautiful Madeline Jaye:)
Paula says
Oh, this would be perfect for decorating my new dorm.
Anuschka Quinones says
west elm me!
My life has changed a lot. Just recently sold my home and moved into a townhome with my little boys.
AntiCookieCutter says
West Me! Thanks for this giveaway. Since 2007 we have used some elbow grease to make improvements on our 100+ years old house and the $500 could go a long way.
Jada says
WEST ME!
In the last four years we have bought a house and had a baby. Probably lots more but that’s the big stuff :)
Federico says
WEST ME! I got married and bought a house!
Lacy says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was finishing a creative advertising degree. I am now a licensed social worker who provides therapy to homeless youth and families! Things are looking pretty different… :)
karyn says
WEST ME! Oh, west me, purty please!! Since 2007, I’ve gotten married, lived in 2 states, getting ready to move for the 5th (and hopefully FINAL time – need some West Elm gems to make the next house feel like home), and I sent my baby off to college in NYC. Life is never dull and I love it!
Ali B. says
WEST ME!!!
Since 2007, I’ve had a baby and started our own business, among other things!!!
Hilary S says
WEST ME PLEASE! Four years ago we were dreaming of the day we could buy our own place. Now we are settled down in our very own house.
Jessica F. says
“WEST ME”
Four years ago, I had just started my current job, just moved into my current apartment, drove an old 95 Toyota, and was 30 pounds heavier! Hurray for improvement!
Amanda says
WEST ME!
In the last four years I started dating someone, got engaged, graduated from college, got married, started teaching high school English, and moved 5 times. Ahh apartment life.
Margot Hale says
WEST ME….. Please!!!!!
Since 2007 i have graduated college, got a “real big girl” job, got married, bought a house, then a puppy, now waiting for a baby!!!!
Katie says
WEST ME! I would love to get some furniture in our (just about) empty rooms!
In four years, had our first baby, quit my job to stay home with him, bought a home (and moved), started major remodel projects, had our second baby, tried to finish projects, and now pregnant with #3!
Jenni says
WEST ME!
My life is completely different! I am married, bought my first house and have a teaching job.
Amy says
WEST ME! In past 4 years I’ve become a runner. Nay, a jogger. Whatevs, I don’t need to run a marathon. I just like to run. Or jog. ;)
Emily says
WEST ME! I am married (1 month ago!!), have our first home and a sweet (crazy) puppy!
Megan G. says
WEST ME!! 2007 was a big year for me — I graduated college, moved (twice), got married, and started two different and new jobs. Four years later, I live in a house that we purchased, we are raising a two-year old diva, and have yet another career that I swear I am sticking to this time… :)
Stephanie says
WEST ME!
I have a husband, a new baby and a new house….lots of changes!!!
Lacey says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I had a sweet baby girl and moved to SC.
Hate you guys are having to review all these comments one by one, but thanks for the awesome giveaway : )
Brianne says
WEST ME!
In 2007, my husband was still in school and we didn’t yet have our AWESOME son. I was participating in an amazing internship and hoping to pursue a job in that field (sadly, no luck yet). A LOT has changed, but I wouldn’t change any of it!!
Katy. says
West me! Engaged married baby girl new house new job grad school!!
Wendy Benoit says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 we have sold our small condo, moved into a small apartment, then bought a 4 bedroom home! yes, a lot has changed :-)
Nik says
WEST ME!
I earned my degree, married my high school sweetheart, and moved in to our first apartment together. It’s been a good four years. :)
Haley says
WEST ME!
I’ve graduated from college, graduated from grad school, moved, new relationship…the works!
Megan lim says
West me! I am now married, have a daughter and we live in the US instead of Japan!
Emily M says
WEST ME! For reals please!!! 4 years ago I was at the same job, with the same man, living in the same town but in an apartment instead of a house, and i was not pregnant with my first child as I am now :) Big changes are on the way…and a little decorating help from West Elm would be much appreciated.
Holly says
WEST ME!!!!
A new house, a new baby, another baby on the way and a new job — whew!!
Harmony says
West Me! I am married and in a darling home. Life got gooood. :)
Mindy says
WEST ME! I have a new home and am getting married in four weeks!
Laura J says
WEST ME! In the last 4 years, I’ve moved twice and now own 2 homes…the first of which is rented for now
Kristin @ everythingZamora says
West Me!!! Biggest change are that now we own a home in a different town and have a dog.
Jenna says
West Me! In 2007 I was living in France, bah ouais! Back home in Minnesota now, and while I miss eating a baguette every day, home is where the heart is!
Kelley says
WEST ME!!!
Wow there’s been 4 moves, 2 jobs, sister’s wedding, a neice and a nephew!
Noelle says
WEST ME!! I have a baby and moved states!
Emily says
WEST ME!!! Our first child was born in 2007 and to say our world has changed is a huge understatement! His little brother came two years later so in four years we went from just the two of us to a family of four! It’s crazy, but it’s awesome. :)
Eva says
West ME!!!!! I love your blog!!!!
Back in 2007 I didn’t have a job (had just graduated college and was still slacking…) and I didn’t have the bf I now am in love with! I can say life is sweeter now :)
Allison says
WEST ME!! Got married and recently became a Navy wife!
Jennifer says
WEST ME!!
Moved to a new apartment and married my husband.
Melissa says
West Me! Well four years ago we lived in another house and we were childless. Actually we were convinced we didn’t want kids until 30 well that didn’t happen and I wouldn’t change it for anything.
Megan says
WEST ME!! I had my second daughter and bought a new house!!
Larissa says
WEST ME! Wow – In 2007 I had just met the wonderful man I now call husband. We’re married now, have our first home, and even adopted a second dog. No kids yet, but we’ll see what next year has to bring!
Trista says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was still in college and working an internship.
Hannah says
WEST ME!
Hmm…got married, moved to a relatively big city (bigger than where I was living), and bought a house that we are furiously renovating. My interests are completely different than they used to be!
Lindsay says
WEST ME! new husband, new apartment, new lust for a house.
Darcy says
West ME (Please!)
In 4 years, I have bought a new (1940s) house and it needs some love!
Astrid Ornelas says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, started a new job, and just bought a house (a 1927 California Bungalow) that needs some new furniture!
Megan S says
WEST ME, pretty please!!
Since 2007, I purchased a townhouse that was built in the 80s and neck deep in DIY projects.