I know I created a correct Session variable because dreamweaver automatically did it for me when I made my login page and because my restrict access to page functions work.
Just pause for a moment to reflect on what you have just written. You say you know you have created a correct session variable because Dreamweaver did it for you. At the same time, you say it doesn't display. Doesn't that tell you that something is wrong somewhere? If the session variable has been created correctly - and you're using it correctly - it should display. But without showing others any of your code, there's no way anyone can tell you why it's not working.
Relying on Dreamweaver to do everything for you automatically is a recipe for frustration.