Sally Aquire - Freelance Writer

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I've contributed articles on motoring, parenting and real life issues for a range of publications including Safer Motoring, Company and Local History.

History

Researching Village Life: Aston-on-Trent

Local History - November 2006

If you drove through the small Derbyshire village of Aston-on-Trent, you would probably think of it as just one of many pretty English villages. The small Post Office and village shop, accompanied by two pubs and a village church, give little indication of its rich history.

Motoring

Appropriate Footwear For Driving

Safer Motoring - March 2006

Your brand new pair of Jimmy Choos might look fantastic but certain footwear is just not suitable for driving in. Even something as simple as changing gears could cause a serious accident in the wrong type of shoes.

Parenting

Are You A Competitive Parent?

Sacramento Parent - September 2007

We all know at least one parent who seems to live his live through his children. No matter what the situation, his children will always be more attractive, smarter and more well-rounded than anyone else's. A healthy competitive streak in a parent can help bring out the best in children, but when parents' attitudes start bordering on cut-throat, a lot of damage can be done. So, how do you know when you've crossed the line?

Travelling with Babies and Children

Safer Motoring - March 2006

Are you bored of travel disasters? Does the stress of travelling with your youngsters make you wish you'd stayed at home? Here are some tips on travelling with children and babies.

Real life

"Selling A Bag On The Internet Got Me Arrested!"

Company - March 2007

When Nina*, 23, an office administrator from London, innocently sold on a 'designer' bag on the Internet, she ended up in a police cell.