Office 2004 and "not responding" message

My office 2004 student/teachers worked fine even on leopard - until recently.
My latest updates were works and life 2009 and Abiword.
Now when i reinstall using all methods suggested, - the install works but on clicking on any of the office icons such as word or powerpoint e.t.c. I get the logo on the desktop for minutes on end and on right clicking the icon I get the grey-out "not responding".
what may be the problem and solution after I have tried the usual ones discussed previously.
Gedeon Herschberg
<Edited By Moderator>

Since the issue you're having is not related to any Apple products, I suggest you post your question on MIcrosoft's own forums for their Mac version of Office as they're more focused on the issue you're having then an Apple forum, as Apple discussions only provide support for Apple products Plus there's Microsoft appointed "MVPs" there to assist:
http://www.officeformac.com/productforums

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