This was a members-only open discussion. The topic was the role of community and spirituality in our lives and what Thursday Morning Dialogue can do to create a better sense of community within our own organization.

Kimberly's topic was "Radiance and Renewal", about how women can make more effective choices for health and beauty in order to feel younger and more rejuvenated, and minimize the stress in our lives. She also pointed out how women have gained more freedom in our choice of fashion than ever before, and how we can …

TMD member Norri shared with us her background and what it is like being a professional woman in Japan today, why she chose journalism and how she came to be one of less than a handful of female reporters abroad for Nikei Shimbun (Japan's largest business newspaper with over 3 million subscribers), and the recent …

Barbara and Karen focus on helping people create breakthroughs in their lives, the power of listening, and the power of commitment. They discussed ways to achieve better balance in our busy lives.

Forum on Stating your Dreams and Wishes, facilitated by TMD founder (and speaker chair) Kate Purmal. Members discussed the things they would like to do if money were no object.

Dian spoke to us about the mission of and services provided by Planned Parenthood Golden Gate. This organization has three basic functions: medical services, education and advocacy. It provides comprehensive reproductive health care and comprehensive health care for women.

Two years ago, TMD member Wako started researching the life and art of her grandfather, Michio Takayama, a painter who lived in New Mexico. In the process of learning about his journey from Tokyo to Taos, Wako herself embarked on a discovery path filled with unexpected insights, opportunities and personal growth. Wako spoke about her …

Karen was the campaign manager for Nancy Lytle's recent successful campaign. Karen and Nancy reflected on their experiences running a campaign, and shared with us the thrill of victory!

Denise spoke about the trends she's seeing in women entrepreneurs in the Valley, how they are creating new roles in the wealth creation in the Valley, and how the e-economy is presenting new opportunities for women.

Carolyn spoke about her 27 years of experience as a freelance photographer. She has photographed Steve Jobs (Apple Computer), Robert Noyce (Intel), John Doerr (Kleiner Perkins), Larry Ellison (Oracle), Jim Clark (Netscape) among many other high-tech tycoons. She told us why Steve Jobs insisted on being photographed at Stanford University, how she came to sell …

Before retiring in 1977, Irene was a major international opera star, having performed in every major opera house from Naples to San Francisco. She was a principal artist at New York's Metropolitan Opera for 20 consecutive seasons and was distinguished by the range and large number of roles in her repertoire. By the end of …