nub ive googled my way through 3 pages with no help so far
Uninstall, re-install.
1. Click windows on bottom left, search for "appdata" folder in search box.
2. select "Local" then "microsoft"
3. Select "windows live contacts" folder and delete all files (make sure msn
is closed)
4. Select "Messenger" folder and delete all folders under your username.
5. Messenger should now start normally

