***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.
Kelly says
WEST ME
In 2007 I was still in college, interning in NYC, pledging, and trying to go to class and work. Now I have a kinda fab job (for just starting out) and fab little apartment.
Gudrun says
WEST ME!!!
In 2007 I was still living in my home state of NC and trying to figure out what to do post college. Now I’m engaged, live in Washington, DC and just bought my first home with my soon to be hubby!
Lauren says
West Me!
I am now married, a dog owner, and a homeowner.
Kate says
WEST ME!!!!
I had just graduated from graduate school in 2007. I have moved to a big city and just celebrated my one year wedding anniversary! Life is good.
Samantha says
WEST ME! In 2007 I was in college for teaching, now I am going to school for social work and loving every minute of it!
Gina @ Temporary Nest says
WEST ME!! Jeez, since 2007? I have started my career, met the man of my dreams and moved into our own house together! Not to mention, started my own blog and become a huge fan of you Youngsters! :)
Nickie says
WEST ME!
It wasn’t until I read the bonus question that I realized how much has changed in four years!
Graduated college, got engaged, then married!, new house, new job, new puppy. Oh, and new tattoo (had to add that in, just for kicks)
Nicole says
WEST ME…I am much wiser in 2011 than I was in 2007, though it took some pain to get here!
Jenni says
WEST ME!!
I have two beautiful nieces to spoil since 2007…. :-)
Shyamala says
WEST ME pretty please!
My whole life has changed since 2007 – quit my job, went to grad school, met my future husband, got married, joined new job and now we are decorating our first apartment, so this gift card will come in mighty handy :-)
ashleyp says
WEST ME! :)
Four years ago (tomorrow) I gave birth to my first child and my best little friend ever. Happy fourth birthday, Noah!
Ellen says
West Me! I met my sweet husband in 2007. Life has always been good, but these past 4 years have undoubtedly been the best. -Ellen-
almk says
WEST ME!
New state, new house, new job, new baby. Same husband, though!
Sally says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I graduated from college, ran a political campaign, moved to a new city and my first apartment, and started dating an awesome guy. Life is good!
RA says
West me!
Four years ago, I was at the end of my rope at my soul-crushing, first job and just about to find my second job, which I had took with a pay cut to get into my field. Now, I’m at my third job, and getting to work in this industry (and the pay increase) totally made the risk worth it.
Gretchen says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was single, and I hadn’t gotten around to painting my master bedroom. In 2011, I’m married and at least have the master bedroom taped out. It’s a work in progress …. I’m a work in progress.
Caitlin says
WEST ME!
Everything has changed since 2007, to highlight a few of the major changes, I have graduated college, got engaged to my college sweat heart, bought our first place and now are planning our wedding. It has been an exciting time!
Cara says
WEST ME
In 2007 I got married and since then we’ve bought a house, adopted a dog, birthed a baby (ok, that one was just me) and had numerous job changes. Things are a little different now!
Stacey says
WEST ME, oh pretty pretty please!
Paula says
WEST ME! Pretty please. My life is totally different than it was in 2007 – I’m married, work at a different job and live in a different state.
Sara R. says
West me!
Something that is different from 2007 is that I have a different job! And I started blogging! sarashousehd.blogspot.com! You inspire me!
Dayla says
WEST ME!
Susan says
WEST ME! Since 2007, two new kids, four new homes, two new cities, three job changes. We’ve been busy!
Christina J says
“WEST ME!” P-L-E-A-S-E!!!
Wow, since 2007, I have celebrated six years of marriage, and the birth of two sons…oh, and I got a new job that cut my commute time in half!
heather s says
WEST ME!!
four years ago i got married!! awwwww!
Katie says
West me!
I now have a son and a baby girl on the way!
Emily Stauch says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I was newly married and living in a one bedroom apartment. Now I’m an old-fogie living in a house!
Kelly says
West Me!! I live in a new house, in a new relationship, and have a funny pup (aka creature) then i did in ’07!
Kristin says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I got married, moved to Seattle and started Graduate school for Counseling Psychology!
Barbara says
WEST ME! Life’s was good then and still is now.
Laura H. says
WEST ME!
In 2007, I had just moved to Ann Arbor, MI to go back to school. Four years later, I have just now moved to another new city, Seattle, WA, to go back to school yet again.
All of this moving combined with being in grad school means that I sure could use this gift card!
Emma says
WEST ME pretty please!!!
In 2007 I was starting my freshman year of college…since then I have graduated, moved to New York City and gotten a job (actually I’m on my second already!) I guess now I’m officially a grown-up!
Sandy says
WEST ME, please!
Since ’07 the hubs and I have gotten engaged and married, purchased our first home, and – most importantly – discovered you guys!! Happy Blogiversary!!
PS – Love how Burger’s “full name” is featured on the Front & Main site!
Gillian says
West Me please!
I graduated college in 2007, moved across the country, and met my now-husband!
Rachel says
WEST ME! My entire life has changed since 2007. I now am married, have a college diploma and a real job, and just recently purchased a house!
Jenna says
WEST ME!! We live in a different state! Texas!! And have new jobs! And we are older and wiser! ;)
Jennis Escobar says
West Me!
Life is very different. Graduated college, got married, and have been working my big girl job for 2 years now. Wow that makes me sound like a real adult.
Michelle says
WEST ME! 2007 my now husband and I were just engaged, moved to Boston and started new jobs – everything is so different for us from then :)
Amy @ Lovely Nest says
west me!!
4 years ago I was still in college! Now I’m married, have my first dog and live in a different city! It’s kind of crazy to think about how much has changed!
Amy @ TrangleHoneymoon says
WEST ME! Things have changed dramatically here since 2007. I’ve added a husband, a second pup, a house, a blog, a business, a new job… the list goes on. Loved every moment too!
nikkisnacs says
WEST ME!
Alot has changed in 4 years. We live in a different house and went from 1 kid to 2 kiddos.
Jenney says
WEST ME!
Let’s see, in 2007 I had just graduated from college and gotten married. Now, hubby and I have been in our house for 3 years, have a dog and a new baby to add to the mix! It’s amazing how much better life has gotten in 4 years :)
Kayla says
WEST ME! Since 2007, my life has changed dramatically. I’ve gotten married, had a baby girl, and we are currently building our dream house!
Ali says
WEST ME!!
I was start my sophomore year of college then, now I have a real job, a puppy, a husband and we are renovating our new house!!
Michelle says
West Me!
Since 2007, I have a new job, new apartment, new “roommate” and new relationship!
Katie says
WEST ME please!
Since 2007 I have lived in three different areas of the country (DC, Iowa, and now Florida), had two different jobs, and given birth to two kids!
Thanks!
Katie
Katy says
West Me please!! Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, rescued the sweetest and smartest puppy, Lennox, and now we’re house-hunting!!
Tiffany says
WEST ME!!!
In 2007, I just graduated high school, I still lived at home, but moved into an apartment shortly after, and had just began dating a wonderful man. In 2011, I am a few classes away from graduating college, I now own my own home, and I’m married to that wonderful man I fell in love with in 2007. It sounds like it’s been a wonderful four years for all of us!
Caitlin says
West me!
Since I graduated college in 2007, things have changes a LOT since then. In the past 4 years, I have acquired a husband, a house, a dog, a law degree, and my first real job…in that order.
Meagan says
WEST ME PLEASE!
LOTS has changed since 2007, that year I graduated with my BS in Marketing and this year I have graduated with my MBA in Marketing. I live in the same place but 4 apartment changes since than, much to mom’s dismay. I have a full time job and look forward to doing this update in 4 more years with more exciting adventures to share <3