[Vinny]

My wife is also 4' 11" and does not have a problem. Sure, she cannot see into it but has no problem in putting food in or removing it. She also has a small folding foot stool in the kitchen that she uses when necessary.

[DeanFL]

Dotti,
Phyllis has (almost) the opposite problem. She's 5'3" - no problem with our microwave...BUT... believe it or not - her issue is our new topload washer. It's an LG with a large deep tub. She just can't reach to the very bottom of the tub to retrieve the washed clothes. I would be happy to help (well...) - but our solution is in fact a small step stool. It's the little fold-up variety, bought at BB&Beyond. She folds the sides in and it stores at the side of the washer - also uses it for cabinet-reaching at times. It's very sturdy.

I understand you would love a permanent MW solution, lowering it. I'm certain it could be done, with some Bill-work. I'd be happy to help... Actually I installed our microwave here - and had the elect stove out from the area; because I KNEW if not, I'd drop that sucker on the top - Murphy watches for me to do dumb things...
Dean

[dbanks50]

I'm 4'9" and shrinking. I have a two step with a handle at the top so I can get up and down safely. Since the microwave is over the stove, I just put the dish on the stove then grab the handle and safely step down. If I'm lucky, my husband is convenient, and he just walks up and takes the dish out.

Good luck. It's a challenge every day being short...especially at the grocery store.