***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.
Sarah says
WEST ME! This would be amazing. Congratulations on four years.
I’m in the same “what isn’t different” camp. Graduated from law school, moved across the country, bought a house, adopted a dog, got married, began full-time employment. I like things better, now. :)
Lindi says
WEST ME!
I built my own business with my partner from the ground up. Four years ago, we hadn’t even thought of it yet!
Melissa says
WEST ME!
Lots has happened since 2007! New husband, new job, new house… Whew! Life is good. :)
Stacy L. says
WEST ME
Oh my goodness, lots. I’m married, new city, new job, new puppy, new car… Time truly flies.
Cara Jeanne says
West me! Oh man, so much has changed. I graduated college, had two deep, meaningful relationships with people I loved very much, I studied in France, had a 5-week job in California and visited Turkey, I told some people very hard truths, got two tattoos and chopped my hair short!
Louisa says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was just finishing grad school, it feels like so long ago!
Rachel T. says
West me!
I’ve graduated college and I’m married – to my high school sweetheart!
Can’t believe 5 years have gone by so fast!
Laura says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve acquired two sweet boys (well one was acquired IN 2007), a new job and a new house. The last two resulted from a move from KY to TX last year.
Jillian says
WEST ME!!! Please.
A whole lot has changed since 2007. In 2007 I was still a college student in my senior year. I was so excited to graduate and join the ‘real world’. Looking back I wish I could go back to college and leave the ‘real world’ behind. Haha.
I’ve moved out on my own, started my career (unless I change my mind of course) and had a whole lot more responsibilities. It’s been a crazy four years of growing, changing and adapting to life changes.
EF says
West me!
Cheryl says
WEST ME!
Hmmm…since 2007…first kid, new house, new job – guess that’s what happens when you’re this age :).
Kirsten says
WEST ME :)
Oh 2007…graduated college and moved to the Big Apple! Now, living in Boston and l o v i n g life!
XOXO
K
Sarah says
WEST ME! Please West Me! In 2007 I felt like something was missing. Now, in 2011, I’ve found it.
Melanie says
WEST ME!
This year I got married and we bought a house that we’ve been living in for 3 weeks, which is quite different than 2007 when I was just dating my husband and living in a 600-square-foot apartment. Thanks for all of the inspiration from your blog! I’ve been reading it for a few weeks and have been loving all of your tips.
Kathryn G. says
“WEST ME” Since 2007 I grew up, got married, bought our first house, moved from the city to the country and we are expecting our first child. What a huge difference 4 years makes.
Katie says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I graduated from high school, everything about my life is different that it was then.
Carrie says
West Me, please!!
Everything is different. In 2007, everything was different…I now live in a new house, with a husband and have a different job!
meg k says
West ME! one graduation, one dog, two apartments, THREE jobs, one car, two boyfriends, and a partridge in a pear tree.
Caroline says
WEST ME
2007 was an amazing year. Met my husband to be on 7-7-07 and now 4 years later, we are married living in a new house with our AMAZING 4 month old son Owen!
Anna says
West me!
We have added another son to the mix since 2007 and couldn’t be happier! I am the princess in my house!
Allison Andres says
WEST ME please!
In 2007 I got 3 new tattoos, a new dog and a new apartment!
kristin blake says
Four years ago i was a newlywed. Only married for a year. Its been a great five years of marriage :)
Kate says
WEST ME!
1 grad school graduation, 2 big moves (Baltimore to RVA to Colorado)and job changes to go with them, 1 marriage, 1 cat, 2 tattoos (one for my husband, one for me) and lots of adventures-it’s been an awesome 4 years!
Lauren says
WEST ME!!!
Since 2007, I am married, have a 2 year old and one on the way :)
erin says
WEST ME!
Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, and am waist deep in a full first floor renovation. Exciting and fun times! :)
Patty says
West me!!
In September 2007, I was two months pregnant with my first child. So since then, I’ve had a baby, gotten married (we do things out of order here! Haha), had another baby and quit working to stay home with the boys. :-)
Laura@JourneyChic says
WEST ME! Life is very different now than in 2007 – I have a husband, a house and a toddler!
Emily Griffin says
WEST ME
2007 was the year I graduated college…. life is VERY different now being in the real world.
Cathy says
WEST ME!!!! So much has happened since 2007: I married my husband, moved to Chicago, changed companies, and bought a house (among other things)!
Courtney says
WEST ME!
My life is completely different. Since 2007, I changed majors, graduated college, started graduate school, met and married my husband, adopted nine pets, and moved to a new town.
Kathryn W. says
WEST ME! Lots has changed since 2007… finished grad school, moved to DC, got a real job, bought a house, got a dog, and got married!
Lauren says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I graduated college woo hoo! Since then I think my biggest change has just been evolving into a more confident, comfortable-with-me person. And that’s what your 20s are for right? :)
Deb says
West me!
In 2007 I was a grad student in southern California, and now I have my first real job on the opposite corner of the country. My apartment is mostly empty and I’ve been browsing the WE site a lot!
Amanda says
WEST ME!
In 2007 I was still in college and at this time had just met the man I’d marry. Little did I know…
Leanne says
WEST ME! My live has changed so much since 2007. Since then, I have moved from Philadelphia to California and back, finished a PhD, fell in love, and now I’m getting married in 6 days!!!
Haley Y says
WEST ME!
Since 2007, I’ve graduated college, gotten married, and now I’m more than halfway done with a PhD program!
Vidya says
WEST ME please!
Sherry and John, I have been following your blog for over 2 yrs. Though I have never posted any comments here, you guys have inspired me to take on a whole lot of projects. The last one I did was recovering a bench, next up is the stripes on the wall much like the one you had in the 1/2 bath in your old home. Life has changed so much for us since 07, moved from NJ to Northern VA. New job, new house,new schools for kids, new friends, absolutely loving it. Thanks again for doing what you do. :)
Shannon says
WEST ME!!! I’m such a West Elm junkie!
In 2007 I was in a job I hated and a cute, but cramped, apartment with my new husband. Now I’m at a much better job, in a fixer-upper house, with my old husband and our new baby. Things are good!
Jennie Casavant says
West me!
Christie says
WEST ME! Since 2007 I’ve gotten married, bought a house, adopted a dog, and went back to graduate school! Quite a few changes I’d say! :)
Msparker says
WEST ME. Wow, I had not thought about what had changed in four years but I got tired just thinking about it. One daughter finished a MA and left to live overseas. Another daughter started college so she will be graduating this spring. Husband lost a job and found a new and better one. With that much going on I’m glad that not too much has changed for me.
Erin says
WEST ME!! Please,
Bought a house, as a late 20’s single, DIY’d the heck out of it (windows, kitchen, etc.) with the help of my Papa & now love. Now in my early 30’s, have decided to sell house to move to a new town with said love & rescued a furry creature. It’s been a great 4 years! Congrats, I adore your blog :)
Kimberly says
West Me por favor! In 2007, I was in college … now graduated, have a job, apartment, husband … enjoying life!
emily139 says
WEST ME!!
In 2007, I graduated high school. Since then, I had four crazy years at college, graduated, moved to a new state and started a real job (hated it) and moved on to another job (much better).
The more pertinent question might be, what hasn’t changed??? LOL!
Lynette says
West Me Please!
In 2007 I was homeschooling my 2 boys (5th & 6th grade). Now they are both in high school every day, so I no longer have my boys at home. They take my car every day, (the older one drives now), so I am at home with my dog (who was a puppy in 2007!) Memories……..
Julie K says
WEST ME!!! Pretty please!!
My life today is so much “fuller” than it was in 2007!! New husband, new puppy, new job (2 actually…) and so many new friends and family members! Who knew how much could change in 4 short years!!!
catie says
WEST ME! Got a hubs & a house and loving every minute of both :)
Lisa in Seattle says
WEST ME!
2011 vs. 2007: Now married and a homeowner, with a whole different set of houseweasels. Things are certainly more interesting.
bryan says
west me!!!! in 2007 i was in college and now trying to decorate my home
Amber says
West Me!
We had just bought our first house and had a 1 year old. Wow that feels like a million years ago! Happy Blog-versary!