My wife makes similar complaints, that the counters are just a bit high. However, since I (6'2" vs. her 5'7") do a majority of the cooking and baking, I believe that the counters are the right height. Like yours, just the right height.

Although, I'm sure that strapping tall man in your house would have certainly helped you out had you given him, "The Eyes"

Hope the cookies turned out great. I loved the chicken!