Can't use local users after they are created

I have a mid '11 macbook pro, with OS X Lion w/ Server functionality installed on it from Apple, so far no third-party server apps/functionality.  I have been using Macs and *nix style systems for some time and haven't this specific problem before on lion or previous versions.  I have used the server app but never had any problems before. 
Ok, so my actual problem: I create local user accounts, through the system preferences pane, configure parental controls and everything that needs to go along with the new accounts, have fast user switching enabled and can see the icon up in my status bar but it will not let me switch to another user account at all.  Even upon a fresh boot, I don't have a list of users or anything that might let me select anything other than my main admin account.  I do not want to keep using the local admin just because (for possible security reasons) and I am trying to allow family members access to the computer as well with these accounts and it just isn't working (with all known pertinant options checked).
Please help me with this, if there are any screenshots you would like I can provide you with necessary info. 
Thanks in advance!!!
-cj

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