Can't see open files in Photoshop CS3

Hello all!
I'm sure this is a simple fix, but then again...
I have just had my OS updated from XP to Windows 7 and I'm running Photoshop CS3. I was working along just fine - no problems - and then all of a sudden I can no longer see my open files. I know they're open, because I can see them in the navigator. I haven't done anything with my preferences, so why would it work and then suddenly not? Any help would sure be appreciated!
Kigali1988

Hah...I spoke too fast. It worked for a couple of images and now it's refusing to open files again. Sheesh. Can't need another update already, could it? Any suggestions?

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