***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.
Rose says
WEST ME!!!!
Since 2007, I’ve started and finished graduate school, bought my first home, lost an awesome cat and got another (just ok) cat, learned to cook, moved to the city and got involved in my community.
Tera says
WEST ME! Married, house, dog, and baby on the way… you know, the usual. :) Keep up the great blogging!!
kathryn says
West me!!!
A lot has changed since 2007! Started and finished law school, moved to two different cities, married my best friend!
Catherine says
WEST ME!
New job, new house, new marriage, new dog. I’d say a lot is different!
Jamie says
West Me!!
Jessi says
WEST ME!
In 2007, we were newlyweds, we didn’t have our daughter, or either of our pets, we’ve switched houses twice since then, and hubby is now in the military. Amazing what can happen in 4 years.
Jessica H. says
WEST ME, please!
2007 was pre-husband, pre-house, pre-law school, pre-two cats and a dog… thankful for a busy and wonderful last 4 years!
Stephanie says
WEST ME! =)
In 2007, I was graduating high school. Now I’m engaged and own my first home (a fixer-upper)!
Amber says
WEST ME! Pretty please with a cherry on top!
Since 2007 I’ve changed careers, got a graduate degree, and got married. I guess a lot has changed!
Margaret says
WEST ME, PLEASE! In 2007 I was in highschool and now I’m about to graduate college and just recently purchased a home with my boyfriend, whom I started dating in 2007, along with our new puppy Jack!
Susan says
WEST ME! :)
So much has changed since 2007.. I got a new job, got married, started reading this blog, got a 2nd dog, had a baby boy, and bought a house.. in that order :)
amazingrace268 says
WEST ME! In 2007, I was living in Texas with a deployed husband and baby #2 on the way. Since then, my husband has returned (yeah!), we have moved twice and now have 3 children. God is good! By the way, love your blog and think you are one amazing, inspiring family! Congrats and keep it coming!
Cary says
WEST ME, please!
A lot has changed since 2007. My husband and I got engaged, planned a green wedding, got married and started building a green home! We’re almost finished and my mind spins when I think about all the furniture we need to buy for the place. This would be a dream! Hope we win! Thanks!!
Kristin says
West me!
I live in a new city!
Ruth P. says
WEST ME!
Out of school now, that’s a big change. Too many others to count…
Ashley says
WEST ME!!
New Job, new City, graduated college. Lots of changes since 2007!
Kristin says
WEST ME! 2007 was a good year! I spent most of the year planning my wedding and being a newlywed!
Krista says
WEST ME!
My life is different because now my head is shaved! I did a fundraiser and lost 10.5 inches – it was AWESOME!
Lindsey Turner says
West me! 4 years ago I had only been married for 6 months- has a 2 month old doberman and lived in MS. I now live in FL, am an attorney, have a bigger dog, and am 7 1/2 months pregnant! :-)
Kim C says
WEST ME!!!
Lots of Great changes since 2007! Marriage and a new home!
erin says
WEST ME!!!!
In Sept 2007 I was getting ready to get married – now we’ve been married almost 4 years, sold one house, purchased another, and I have a much better job!!!
Maggie says
WEST ME! I have a baby! and one more on the way! holy cow :)
Jessica says
West me! I graduated college in 2007, and have been working like a real adult ever since!
Nia Nielsen says
West Me! Oh man what hasn’t changed since 2007? Too many things to list!
Angela M says
WEST ME!
In 2007 me and my husband (then boyfriend) had been together for 2 years. Now we’ve been married for 3 years and expecting our first baby!
Grazielle says
WEST ME!!
My life is very different than it was in 2007. In 2007 I still lived with my parents and was a sophomore in undergrad. Since then I’ve purchased my first home with my boyfriend, received my bachelors degree and am currently finishing up my masters!
Bella Daylight says
Happy bloggiversary :)
I am really disappointed that this Give-away isn’t international because I always see so pretty things on the West-Elm page. The best give-aways are always just for the US so no chance for me ever :( but maybe the next one ^^
Michele says
WEST ME!!!
4 years ago I’d been married for 3 years & preparing for a move to an area not near either of our families. We are still there and still love it! (but miss our fam’s, although they aren’t super far away) :)
MeredithR says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I had just passed the bar exam and started my first “real” job. I am still at the same job, but now I have a husband and a 9 month old son! And a house!
Amanda says
WEST ME! In 2007 my hubby and I got married. Now we are four years happier and loving married life!
Alyssa says
WEST ME!
We’re expecting a baby in just nine short weeks!!!!
Arlene says
WEST ME! Everything’s different: new house, new job, now living with boyfriend, new pet, plus now I’m four years older (but no wiser).
juli says
WEST ME!
Let’s see . . . moved, new baby, quit work to stay at home . . . there’s been a lot of change.
christy says
west me!
since 2007 i got my master’s degree, got married, and moved to chicago!
Holly Neill says
West me!!
New house, new job, new town!
Janet says
WEST ME!!
Pretty much everything is different – new job, new house, got married, got a puppy!
Keely says
WEST ME! MEMEMEMEEE!
I’m not in grad school anymore. WOOHOO!
Hannah says
WEST ME! :)
Colleen says
West Me! My life is so different than 2007…then we were in Baltimore and engaged…now we’re married, in Chicago (by way of California for 3 years), and loving life with our puggle!
Nikki says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve gotten a dog, graduated from college, moved to Richmond, gotten married, and started graduate school. Wooooo hoooooo! :)
Carrie says
West Me!
Since 2007 I moved to New Jersey, found a wonderful guy to share my life with and got married! Now we are about to buy our first house. (thanks for all the tips and inspiration as we get ready to tackle a lot of projects) A long way in 4 years!
mylifewith3 says
WEST ME!
WOW! A lot has changed for us since 2007…we have moved from CT to NC (and could really use the prize to spruce up our new place)! We added a baby boy to our family of two girls. Oh, and I am going back to school to persue my nursing degree.
Happy 4th Blogiversary to you guys!!
Lindsey says
West Me!! Since 2007 I have gotten married and had 2 children!! LOTS has changed!!
Laura says
West Me! Life in 2007: first bachelor’s degree and moved in with boyfriend. Now? A second bachelor’s, whole new career as a nurse, live with husband, and shopping for a house. A lot can change in 4 years! Congrats!
Chrissi says
WEST ME!! Four years ago…I was still in my 30’s…Other than that – not much has changed! Love your blog! Keep up the good – scratch that – GREAT work!
Christina @ Centsible Savings says
West me!!! and happy 4th blogging anniversary to you and John!
Joelle says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was living in Chicago with my hubby in a 2 bdrm condo with our pup Bailey. NOW, we living in Greenwich CT in a 4 bdrm house, with our 6 month old twin daughters and our pup Bailey. Definitely come a long way!
Marisa says
WEST me! Since 2007 I have sold 2 houses and bought a 3rd, and have had 2 kids.
Nikol says
WEST ME
Not a lot has changed, which is good. We have been one very happy family for a few years now. The only thing that has really changed is how fast time flies when you are having fun!
Mary Jones says
West Me!
Job change, hair change, sold house, bought new house, moved, new car, … too many changes to count really!