A bit confused in 2014

I'm trying to get used to the layout here, and especially the entry mechanics, word processing aspects, etc. I'm specifically having issues with formatting.... it doesn't seem to work the way I'm familiar with.

I might try typing it in Word and then moving it to here to see if that works better. Though that seems like too much work.

I think a mix of trial and error, a bit more research, and looking through the site itself should help.... but it's bedtime, so that shall come later.