Start Menu in Finder

I've gotten Finder (along with a host of other OSX lookalike apps), and I'm used to it. Yes, I HAVE enabled the option in Finder to Auto-popup the real Start Menu. But, every time I click the Start/Apple button, the start menu pops up, but only for about 1/10 of a second. This isn't cohesive with my working habits. Any suggestions? Btw sorry if this is a ****ie major question, but I need it fixed! Thanx!

A pic of my desktop dilemma is attached.

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