"All I have to say is "Thank you Diminishing Dimensions!" Who would ever think that I would be one of the before/after people? I used to look at all the pictures in the magazines and think, "I wish that could be me." However, I never thought it was within my reach. Why? I had joined other weight loss programs and, yes, I did lose the weight, but I always gained it back and more.

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in 1999 and after my second child was born last year, my weight ballooned and I was at my heaviest. I hated the way I looked and felt. Then one day, I saw an ad in the newspaper for Diminishing Dimensions and decided to give it a try. I knew I was ready to commit to a new lifestyle and new look after being unhappy for such a long time. I think the best words to describe this program are "educational and supportive." I learned so much about the right way to eat and the importance of exercise! The staff was so supportive, and unlike other weight loss programs, I felt like the attention was focused on me. I was able to discuss my weight loss ups and downs with someone who honestly cared about my success.

I can finally feel confident in the future about being able to maintain my weight loss and stay healthy with all the wonderful things I've learned through Diminishing Dimensions. So, again, thank you for giving my life a happiness that I can truly feel on the inside and outside!"

Sandy Mello, Farmington

"In a sense, I had three strikes against me:

• I love to eat.
• I love going out to dinner
• And I'm a very good cook.

Coupled with the fact that, in my corporate years, sensible diet and exercise had totally disappeared from my life, I was a member in good standing of the seriously overweight club. Word of mouth and a chance meeting with Rita and Marlaine brought me to Diminishing Dimensions. I had the motivation, but I needed structure, I needed help and guidance - and encouragement - I like their common-sense, no outlandish-foods approach to weight loss and the discipline they help me to give myself, both short-term and long-term. Diminishing Dimensions has made a big difference in my life. It's helped me find the right balance. (By the way, I still love to eat, go out to dinner and cook. But I do so sensibly!)"

Richard De Noia, Hartford

"I spent 22 years in the food business and I'm fussy when it comes to food. I love the flexibility that Diminishing Dimensions offers. I'd struggled with my weight for years and diets never worked. This program allowed me to lose 20 pounds, and I'm into a size 8."

Judy Zagoran Schlossberg, Farmington

"I've had 57 great years, but the price was 30 extra pounds! I dropped weight quickly with Diminishing Dimension because I enjoyed the program. I don't care for a room full of people weighing in. At Diminishing Dimensions I'm the star and the individualized program was great. My wife and I each had a plan, and we lost weight together. Lately I've spent more time with my tailor than Judy because my waist keeps shrinking. With my life style, I know I can keep this weight off for good."

Ron Schlossberg, Farmington

"Nothing has made such an impression on me as the Diminishing Dimensions program. I can't say enough about it or the wonderful people I have met at Diminishing Dimensions. It has changed my life significantly.

When I was younger, I never had a weight problem. Getting older and being a mother led to a 5-7 pound gain each year until I was 20 pounds overweight. Fad diets, leaving me hungry and with no energy, would knock off weight which I would gain right back. A stressful life-style, eating on the run, and poor habits contributed.

After seeing a picture of myself on vacation, I realized how unhappy I was and so I went to Diminishing Dimensions. It is truly amazing the difference it has made for me. I was never hungry, found the program fun and educational and everyone who knows me noticed the big change. I no longer have headaches and my energy level has increased. I now like how I look and feel and I can't stop recommending this to everyone! Thank you Diminishing Dimensions!"

Nancy Scheetz