Samantha Thornton, daughter of Brandy and Eric Thornton, was 12 years old on April 27 and celebrated on two occasions.

On her birthday Samantha was treated to a party at the Augusta Ice Sport Center where everyone enjoyed pizza and drinks.

Celebrating with Samantha and her parents was her sister, Megan; also, Mary Katherine Strother, Tabatha Welch, Hannah Forrester, Stephanie Adams, Cecila Alelheo, Marlisa Sifre, Marlise Sifre, Camile Lewis, Stephan Adams, Jacob Morgan, Melody and Kenny Sifre, Harriette Wolfe and Teresa Wolfe.

Samantha also celebrated on May 4 with a party at her home. Hamburgers and hot dogs were enjoyed and ice cream and cake were served for dessert.

Joining Samantha and her parents for this party were her sister, Megan; Mike Thornton, Nick Thornton, Missy Adams, Harriette Wolfe, Debbie Cofer, Randy Ingram, Casey Ingram, Gary and Faye Hopkins, Stephanie Adams, Stephen Adams, Kaylee Fanning and Austin Fanning.