An easy image resizer can be had free from MicroSoft.
Here's the link. Look for imageResizer.exe on the right column.
Microsoft PowerToys for Windows XP
or
Here is a direct link to the file.
http://download.microsoft.com/downlo...ertoySetup.exe
Just install it and then all you have to do is right click your pictures and choose a size or customize any size you want.