Greetings debsbarker,
Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
Thanks for the information and for completing the steps outlined in the articles even though your issue still continues.
I do not feel like this is an issue with iCloud service, but rather a communication problem between your devices. You can always check the status of all Apple Services, Stores, and iCloud to verify if the issue is with iCloud or your devices by checking the System Status using the following link.
Apple - Support - System Status
To further troubleshoot your situation, because the information in the articles was unsuccessful in helping you resolve the sync issues, you may want to consider contacting Apple Support directly. If you would like to contact Apple Support, please use the attached link below.
Apple - Support - Topic Selection
Cheers