There is no cloud! There is either your computer or somebody elses computer.

Google reminded me that I am having a backup of my pictures at Their computer.

Translation:

"Backup space is almost full (83% used)

Soon new pictures cannot be backed up and will not be visible in memories or search results

Not now / Start 100 Gt trial"

Related to this, what is the best method to start your own home media server? Small amount of technical difficulty can be accepted.