Hi Greg! You aren't the only one around here wondering what's going on - don't fret - you are riding the bleeding edge of a global power shift (in our favor :).
You've already met @gordini aka Dad - two of you should connect, share stories, trials and tribulations of Steem noob-ery :) The whole community here to help, always.
Here's a link to help get started by breaking down Steem vs Steem POWER vs S$ -> https://steemit.com/steemhelp/@aem/steem-for-noobs
Thanks...and congrats on getting your Dad on here. Mine would be wondering where the polls and goofy quizzes are.....