Issues opening Microsoft Office 2008 programs with MTN LION?

Hi all, I can't seem to open any of my microsoft office programs since I upgraded to Mountain Lion today.
Anyone else having this problem? I know they say it's compatible but it keeps opening then closing.. screen shot enclosed.
Help!! I have homework to do

Thanks for the response -- I downloaded the link and came across this:
What gives? It's 2008!

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Hi there.
This sound awfull like an issue with the resume function in OSX Lion.
This can be adjusted in system settings under general.
See:
http://osxdaily.com/2011/07/18/disable-mac-os-x-lion-resume-window-restore/
Hope this solves your problems.

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