Desktop picture selections disappear after restart

I set up 12 different desktops using two different monitors, six spaces on one, six on the other. I select different pictures to use on each one, when I restart, the pictures revert back to Yosemite default. Also the desktops assigned to the smaller screen also all go back to the larger screen.
I'm not sure what the issue is, never had this problem on any other Apple OS, any assistance would be greatly appreciated!

I wrote a little script for the problem of Desktop backgrounds here that should solve the problem and make it easier for you to change all backgrounds simultaneously (rather than individually) if you want. Have a look here:
http://applehelpwriter.com/2012/07/03/how-to-change-all-desktop-backgrounds/
(ToU disclaimer: this links to a page that contains other links that promote my services as a technical writer)

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