The Jarrett family, consisting of Michael, Kendal, Taylor (13) and Austin Leigh (9), has lived in Twin Rivers for 14 years. Michael is the Vice President of Legal and Compliance for Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Companies while Kendal works at Woodway Elementary as the school counselor. Michael and Kendal are originally from Fullerton, California in Orange County. 

Michael left California in 1994 upon graduating from high school to attend Baylor University where he received his BBA in Finance and Financial Management. After graduation, Michael then attended SMU Law School to obtain his Juris Doctorate degree. He began his career in Texas as a criminal prosecutor for many years and had the opportunity to move back to the Waco area in 2010. At the time, Michael’s parents had just retired, moved to Texas from California, and made their home in Twin Rivers. Michael and Kendal thought the move would be a great opportunity to be close to family.  

Kendal attended California State University Fullerton where she got her B.S. degree in Child and Adolescent Studies. She then attended Azusa Pacific University to obtain her M.S. in Educational Counseling.   

Michael and Kendal met and became friends in 2004 while he was in California for Christmas visiting his family. They began dating long distance in 2009 while Michael was in Texas and Kendal in California. In 2010, Kendal made the move to Texas and in 2011 they were married! 

Taylor is a 7th grader at River Valley Middle School. She is a company dancer at Expressions Dance Studio. She started dancing at 3 years old and loves performing. She is a member of the National Junior Honor Society at school. 

Austin Leigh is in 4th grade at Woodway Elementary. She absolutely loves all things sports. She participates in soccer, basketball and gymnastics. She has a new love for rock climbing and hopes to be a member of a rock-climbing team one day. Both girls enjoy participating in the youth events at First Baptist Woodway. 

Michael and Kendal have enjoyed attending the Advocacy Center’s Mardi Gras Ball over the years. Additionally, Michael loves accompanying the girls to the Father-Daughter dance held at the Arboretum annually. He is also a member of the Hedonia Club of Waco, where both girls have been presented as Junior Debutantes. Kendal and Taylor are members of National Charity League, a mother daughter philanthropic organization that fosters community service, leadership and cultural experiences.

“Being a mom is a journey that brings an unparalleled joy, one that grows with each passing day. It's the kind of happiness that radiates from within, found in the simplest moments. As a mom, every small milestone becomes a cherished memory, each new achievement fills your heart with pride. I find the appreciation of time so much greater. And the idea of “lasts” that you don’t realize until they have gone. The challenges somehow seem sweeter when shared with the little one who calls you ‘Mom.’ The joy of motherhood isn’t just about the big moments—it’s in the quiet, tender times when you realize how deeply your life has changed for the better.” Kendal