Wow, these are both great suggestions. I took a picture but can't get it to upload since it's 300kb and the limit is 100. I tried making it smaller, but can't seem to get there. Darn it! I'll keep trying, though, because this is a great idea. Thanks, Downland58!
Maggior, it sounds like we have the same issue with the size of the guitar and our body type. I should also correct my original post; this guitar is a dreadnaught, and I am not a skinny girl either. I'm also shorter, at 5'2. I considered the 3/4 size guitar body, but was afraid of looking like I was playing a kids' guitar. I have the very same problem with rifles, for what that might be worth (as far as my shorter limbs go). With practice, I seem to get used to the issue, but it isn't as much fun at the beginning, like now! I do feel like I have to stretch out my fret arm quite a bit. I just had carpal tunnel surgery last year, with complications, so I thought this would help strengthen my hand, and I love the effect already.
THANK YOU BOTH for responding with such smart ideas. I have a feeling I'll be needing to take a trip to Elderly Instruments here in the Lansing (MI) area to have this evaluated in person. It might be time for a smaller guitar!
Bless you both. I am LOVING Guitar Tricks for so many reasons!
Sue