Today at FIRST LOVE

Led by Love, Grounded in Faith

Welcome to My Journey

Meet the heart behind FIRST LOVE, and the mind space that keeps this circle safe.
Regina Benson smiling in a floral dress and denim jacket

My Journey as a Wife

Hi, I’m Regina Benson, and I am so glad you are here. I live in South Carolina, and I have been blessed with a blended family of 5 children and 5 grandchildren.

My journey as a wife has carried me through many seasons—joyful ones, hard ones, and ones that stretched my faith. For a long time I tried to walk it with my own understanding, and I learned that it simply wasn’t enough.

Everything began to change when I surrendered my way of thinking to God. In that surrender I found grace for myself, wisdom for each day, and a deeper understanding of who I truly am and the role God has given me as a wife. Peace and clarity followed, and I am still growing.

I created this space to share that journey with you—the real lessons, the Scripture that carried me, and the insights I’ve gained along the way—so that we can grow together in faith, love, and grace.

Our welcome to one another

  • Keep an open mind and heart toward your spouse.
  • Put God first in all things.
  • Enter with love and respect.
  • Keep others in mind — everyone is on a different journey.
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Our Safe Space Standards

The mind space we invite every visitor to adopt as they enter:

  • An Open Mind and Heart

    Keep an open mind and heart regarding your spouse. This space is for your own healing and growth, letting God be your guide rather than focusing on fixing anyone else.

  • God First

    Put God first. Let prayer, Scripture, and faith shape every thought you bring into this room.

  • Love and Respect

    Enter with love and respect — for yourself, for those you love, and for everyone who shares this space.

  • Everyone Is on a Journey

    Keep others in mind, knowing everyone is on a different journey. Offer grace and gentle encouragement instead of judgment.