Mail Windows disappear

I have a problem on my Macbook Pro where the Mail windows disappear. Mail shows as active, and the header is visible, but I can not access any Mail window. If I click on "show all windows" from the Dock; it shows me 5 windows right now, but I can not access any of them. If I click on actions from the header; for example, new message, nothing appears on screen, but if I then click on "Show all Windows", it is visible, but not accessible. The only way I have found to resolve this issue is to close and restart Mail. Your suggestions are appreciated.
Larry

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This procedure is a diagnostic test. It’s unlikely to solve your problem. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
The purpose of this exercise is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party system modifications that load automatically at startup or login. Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards. Boot in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. The instructions provided by Apple are as follows:
Be sure your Mac is shut down.
Press the power button.
Immediately after you hear the startup tone, hold the Shift key. The Shift key should be held as soon as possible after the startup tone, but not before the tone.
Release the Shift key when you see the gray Apple icon and the progress indicator (looks like a spinning gear).
Safe mode is much slower to boot and run than normal, and some things won’t work at all, including wireless networking on some Macs.
The login screen appears even if you usually log in automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem(s)?
After testing, reboot as usual (i.e., not in safe mode.)

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