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water gleam in the distance and admires the golf course
greens beyond - a scene that conjures serenity.
"I brought the wind sculptures I purchased at an art
gallery in Santa Fe many years ago," she said. "At night,
when you have a lovely breeze, you find yourself hypnotized."
Although downsizing is a challenge for some, it was a
cinch for Gale.
"I can't display everything I love and own, so I store
different groupings away in my attic and rotate my
tablescapes. When I'm bored with this group, I'll box it
up and bring out something different to enjoy. This way, I
keep things lean and uncluttered and get a chance to really
appreciate everything," she said.
Gale's décor invokes memories of her travels, with gems
she's collected in the 32 countries she's visited. Her space is
sophisticated, cultured and alluring.
"I surround myself with things that make me happy,"
she said.
English tea canister lamps from London, Napoleon
soldiers from an antique shop in Paris and hand-painted
furniture from Venice are some examples.
Bold colors uplift and invigorate, and eclectic art and
lavish draperies embody the charm of luxurious hotels and
foreign destinations.
As for her quiet life, Gale's cover was blown when a
Villages couple attended a Palm Beach antique show and

Bottom left: Bold wallpaper makes Gale's
bathroom a vibrant and feminine space -
ideal for dressing and applying makeup.
Top left: Dramatic draperies add layers of
ambience and beauty to the waterfront view
in Gale's living room.
Above: A haven for guests, Gale's spare bedroom features luxurious linens, playful patterns
and sophisticated lamps and embellishments.
Below: Gale's English tea canister lamps,
which she purchased in London, are exquisite
and luminous.

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