Recurring New Message Window opens in Mail

When I send a new message, another "New Message" window launches automatically. I can't figure out how to stop this from happening. There are currently no rules turned on and I'm only using on mailbox/account. Can anyone help me out?
Message was edited by: jestertj

Have you tried creating a new User Account and setting up Mail to work there to see if the problem manifests there as well? That would be an indicator of where the problem lies.
You can also try:
1. Quit Mail if it's running
2. Go to Home/Library/Preferences and removing the com.apple.mail.plist file.
3. Restart Mail and enter your account information again; Mail will automagically find your existing mailboxes. Then check to see if the problem remains.
Mulder

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