Hello, new here. This is my first visit, any suggestions on learning how this works fast?
I am working on a 500 word, descriptive essay- with a dominantly negative impression- on a bus terminal. I am at 254 words and need help with development. What do I do now?

I already posted in Writing, it was suggested I post here as well.

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Hello, new here. This is my first visit, any suggestions on learning how this works fast? 
I am working on a 500 word, descriptive essay- with a dominantly negative impression- on a bus terminal. I am at 254 words and need help with development. What do I do now?

I already posted in Writing, it was suggested I post here as well.

anonymous · Answer

Usually when I have a word requirement, I go back through my essay once it is finished and add a lot of imagery details. Or depending how close I am to the requirement I will add an entirely new paragraph wherever it seems to fit.

anonymous · Answer

The Owl suggest I 'percolate' for a while. So I am looking at possible avenues of assistance I may use. LOVE your screen name, that's what my friends call me!

anonymous · Answer

LOL me too. I currently have 13 outside cats and 3 inside...At one point I was up to 26!

Not sure what 'percolate' means?

anonymous · Answer

My highest count was 19, 7 use to follow me to the store and wait outside, my most favorite, Crazy (RIP) would follow me to the bar and when tired of waiting; come inside and jump on the pool tables, letting me know it was time to go home.

Percolate: To cause (liquid, for example) to pass through a porous substance or small holes; filter. Or in this case, for thoughts and Ideas to pass through the brain, maybe come up with a new thought, expression, or idea.