I recently bought a patio set for my deck. 
Nice, that sounds like a great way to relax after a long day at work. Have you already had a chance to use it?
Yes, the weather here is turning really nice, so I can sit out on the deck in the morning and watch birds.
Interesting. I hear bird watching as a hobby has been growing in popularity. Do you do it more as a hobby or quite seriously?
I do it just as a hobby. We have a lot of beautiful birds in my area.
Sure, bird watching is really a hobby you can tailor to your own fit, it can be as small as starting to identify and understand birds and their patterns of behavior from your backyard. What kind of birds do you usually see in your area?
I see lots of different kinds of woodpeckers. My favorite are the blue winged warblers. They are beautiful.
Ah, their song with a series of buzzing notes is called a sharp chip. I believe they winter in southern Central America. Any other interesting ones you see in your area? Or special ones you have seen in other areas?
I really like cardinals, as well. Before it started warming up, I saw a bright red cardinal on the bare branches of a tree while it was snowing. It was a gorgeous sight!
Ah, interesting. I hear the red cardinal has a lot of symbolism for a lot of different cultures and faiths. 
I think it is supposed to mean someone who has died is visiting you.