Can't access files through finder

Hi,
I am suddently unable to access files in finder. It started when I tried to save a MS Word file emailed to me using the "save as" command. It wouldn't let me navigate to the folder to which I wanted to save the file.
I quit finder and opened it again. Now, I can see the top level of my files, but can't get beyond that. For example, I thought about getting the computer to repair permissions, but can't open the Applications folder.
Any suggestions on how to fix this?
I'm running OSX Mavericks on a mid-2011 MBAir.

I can see the top level of my files, but can't get beyond that.
What exactly happens when you try?

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