Why can't I send an iMessage without attaching a photo?

Hi,
When I upgraded to iOS5 and got the iMessage app I was able to send an iMessage with no problem. Now all of a sudden I can't if I don't attach a photo. The send button doesn't get activated if I only type a text for sending. I have to click on the camera button and take or select a photo before the send button gets activated.
Thanks in advance,
Al

Yes and that didn't work but I just read a response from MTreece to another in the community with same problem that I have and that solved it. I was only typing text in the subject box and not the text box. Thanks for responding anyway.
Cheers!

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