hewittca, correct, I created the albums under my user CP. I didn't realize the gallery was really a separate thing. Man, I've already put a ton of time into this mess so far, but I guess I may as well move everything over there and then update my new thread...
Thanks for the tip.
Edit: Trial from Amazon pictures. I'm a prime subscriber, but I've never paid attention to the photos feature:
Edit #2: Try this again:
Edit #3: Photo properties from google photos
Also from google pictures: