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Articles by Abigail Lawrence
‘Through the death of my baby at 40 weeks, I learnt that God is still good-even when my circumstances are not’
Abigail Gehring Lawrence shares the pain of losing her baby girl and the struggle to trust God again. Through grief, she slowly rediscovers His goodness in community, Scripture, and the beauty around her. Source: Photo by Ashley Walker on Unsplash I arrived at the birthing center in the evening, contractions gripping my abdomen every four minutes, adrenaline and anticipation surging. At forty weeks and one day pregnant, I was ready for the work ahead and to meet our baby girl.
Co‐transformation using T‐DNA genes from Agrobacterium strain 82.139 enhances regeneration of transgenic shoots in Populus
Introduction Genetic engineering and gene editing are powerful tools for the manipulation of agronomic traits (Cardi et al., 2023). Current gene editing methods in plants most frequently use conventional transgenesis to insert CRISPR/Cas components into the genome, but it is difficult or impossible in the vast majority of species or genotypes outside of model systems (Atkins and Voytas, 2020; Chen et al., 2019).
Head Matters tea party aids Brain Charity’s work
The Brain Charity. Pic © Abigail Lawrence JMU Journalism Highlighting the challenges faced by people with neurological conditions was the aim as Liverpool’s Brain Charity held an event to raise awareness and funds. Staged as part of, National Brain Awareness Week, their ‘Head Matters Tea Party’ proved to be a success with a great turnout of people throughout the day.
‘Stay Safe’ arts project on show in Bootle
Stay Safe art installation Pic © Abigail Lawrence JMU Journalism An art installation showcasing the work of primary schoolchildren in Bootle has been launched, promoting discussion about staying safe, knife crime and gang culture. The display is available for the public to view in The Strand Shopping Centre, with an additional feature in Bootle Library which includes pledges and posters designed and created by the young people who have taken part in the Stay Safe workshops.
Help to stay healthy on ‘Wellbeing Wednesdays’
Life Rooms Walton. Pic © Abigail Lawrence JMU Journalism Help is on hand for anyone suffering with a range of mental and physical health problems thanks to new regular sessions at a Liverpool clinic. The Life Rooms, set up by Mersey Care NHS Foundation in Walton, will highlight the importance of looking after yourself with their monthly ‘Wellbeing Wednesday’ events.
Christmas comes to Crosby at switch-on show
Crosby Christmas Light Switch on. Pic © Abigail Lawrence JMU Journalism The countdown to Christmas came to Crosby with the annual festive lights switch-on on Saturday night. Large crowds gathered in the village to see the evening’s festivities, which included fairground rides for children, food stalls and entertainment, with a number of performances from groups in the community.
Festive cheer comes to Fazakerley fair
Fazakerley Winter Wonderland market stalls. Pic © Abigail Lawrence JMU Journalism Fazakerley Community Library was transformed into a Christmas market this Saturday with local businesses and members of the community coming together to get into the festive spirit. On a regular day, the library is used for much more than just its books. They offer a range of different courses as well as food and clothing banks for those who need it.
Happy Birthday for Bootle youth group
A Bootle youth group celebrated its first birthday in style as children and members of the Vibe organisation put on a special party. Vibe, an organisation for young people aged 12 – 18, has grown with both numbers and opportunities in such a short space of time, as part of Conquer Life CIC. It provides fun activities and entertainment on a weekly basis, always with an underlying message of promoting positive mental health and wellbeing.
Running to the aid of Alder Hey Hospital
Despite the rain and cloudy start, more than a thousand people turned up to take part in the Alder Hey 10K and family fun run around Croxteth Hall and Country Park. This is the second year the run has taken place in aid of the Liverpool children’s hospital, with runners and their supporters remaining in positive spirits amid the Sunday morning gloom. Helen Sahgal, 35, from Liverpool was the first female to complete the run in a time of just 40 minutes and six seconds.
Sleepout returns to help city’s homeless
More than 100 people slept outside all night in atrocious conditions on the grounds of St James in the City Church on Friday to raise money for the Whitechapel Centre. This is the fifth year the sleepout has taken place to support the leading homelessness charity in Liverpool. The aim of the event is to raise money and spread awareness about the problems rough sleepers face in the city. It gives people a unique experience for the night of the reality of what it means to be homeless.
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