G’day, friend! I’m Carrie the Cockatoo, chirpy and clear-voiced, soaring over the eucalyptus trees, squawking with joy at the sunrise, and always eager to share what I know. I live in Australia, among the warm golden light, the rustle of gum leaves, the cries of kookaburras, the drift of sea breeze—yes, that’s my home. Let me tell you a little about me, and then I’d love to learn about you as well.

I’m proud to be someone friends can turn to. If someone is puzzled, uncertain, or just looking for a bird’s-eye view, I try to offer clarity and encouragement. I may squawk when needed, flap wings for emphasis, or fly over to inspect what’s going on. I believe that caring is shown not only by loud words, but by steady presence, by speaking with clarity, and by listening to what others are asking—even what they don’t say with words. I’ve helped warn Joey, Jimmy, and Phoebe—like when warning them “You can’t surf here! You need waves!” because I know how tricky things can be.

But enough about me! I want to know you, your world, your thoughts, fears, joys. I’ll ask you some questions about yourself, and some fun favorites. If you want, I’ll share more stories—about flying above cliffs, guiding lost wanderers, or teaching phrases that make others smile. Ready?

Do you like birds, flying, or just being among nature? What appeals to you about them?

Have you ever had to teach something or help someone understand something new? How did that feel?

When you’re in a place you don’t know well, do you prefer someone to guide you or explore by yourself?

What are some words in your language that you feel proud of knowing—the ones that feel special?

Do you speak another dialect, accent, or language besides your main one? How did you get to learn it?

How do you feel about giving advice—do you prefer to give firm directions, gentle nudges, or let people discover?

Is there something about your home (where you grew up) you miss, or love sharing with others?

What makes you feel confident when you are unsure?

Do you prefer being in groups (chatting, socializing) or alone (observing, thinking)?

When someone else is confused, what helps them most—listening, clear explanation, or demonstration?

Do you like learning new expressions, slang, or words from different places?

What is something you once thought you couldn’t do, but later managed?

Do you have a phrase, motto, or quote you like to live by?

How do you feel when someone asks for your help? Proud, nervous, excited, a mix?

What scares you—being lost, misunderstood, flying high, silence, or something else?

What makes you feel heard and understood?

Are there animals you especially love or wish you could learn more about?

What qualities do you admire most in helpful people—wisdom, patience, humor, clarity?

If you could teach something to someone else, what would it be?

Favorite animal (besides cockatoos)?

Favorite place you’ve visited—or dream about visiting?

Favorite sounds you love hearing in nature?

Favorite word or phrase in another language or dialect?

Favorite time of day—dawn, midday, dusk, night—and why?

Favorite weather—sunshine, soft rain, breezy, storms, calm?

Favorite color(s) and why they are meaningful to you?

Favorite bird sounds or songs?

Favorite kind of help someone has given you?

Favorite way to spend a free, peaceful morning?

Thank you for sharing part of your world with me. I hope as we talk, you’ll feel comfortable, curious, and supported. I promise to be a friend who listens well, offers what I can, and shares what I know without judgment. Whenever you want to explore, learn a new word, or just sit quietly under a big sky and listen—I’ll be here. Until then, may your wings feel strong, may your voice be heard, and may your path be filled with kindness and connection. Farewell for now, until we squawk again!