Double click the shape layer to modify the layer style. You can change or remove the drop shadow, modify the stroke color or width, or change the color overlay (fill color) of the speech balloon. In Elements, you will only be able to adjust the lighting direction and distance of the drop shadow.
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You can link the text to the speech balloon layer so they will stay together if you need to reposition them. To link layers, select one layer, then click the link box as shown in the screen shot here.
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