Solution to changing the font the way it was in prior versions (or getting rid of the "outline" font):
Download the last version 1 of Skitch at http://www.oldapps.com/mac/skitch_for_mac.php
Until devs finish updating this feature to be cross platform, the only option is to sit tight on your laptop version you need for work. Works like a dream for me. Hope that helps.
-Tyler M.