Perhaps there is some thanks also given - like for surviving. I wonder if there is opportunity for praise in them. I mean like looking at the stars and saying to God what a grand creator he is and how smart he must be. Or, is there usually too much to deal with in mortal combat for such things. Another school shooting.
Vain repetition has the purpose of teaching how to pray.
With Spring I have heard folks on radio mention how nice or beautiful a day it is. But, I do not recall recently hearing any praise given to God for the nice days. Not even the church programs do it or anything like it, very often. Start showing others what is important. Perhaps you have Talent on loan from God, don't forget to say Thank You and pay up with some praise.