(I throw, he misses)

Me: Don't run away from it.

The Chicken: Ok, Dad.

(I throw, he misses.)

Me: You're still running away from it.

Chicken: I'm trying, Dad!

Me: Alright, ok. Keep trying, Buddy.

(I throw, he misses.)

(I throw, he misses.)

(I throw, he misses.)

(I throw, he misses.)

Me: Try to get yourself in front of it.

Chicken: Ok, Dad!

(I throw, he misses.)

Me: Don't be afraid of the ball. The ball's not afraid of you.

Chicken: Dad! I know the ball isn't afraid of me, you nut head!

Me: Hey!

Chicken: Sorry, Dad.

(I throw, he misses.)

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