I've noticed lately that nightly prayers with my family have become a true chore to everyone involved, but even more so...the words have become monotonous and repetitious. I had the idea to have "prayer requests" every night. Everyone gets to throw in a request to the person chosen to pray. It's made things so much better. The kids love it...even my teenagers are getting involved. If you haven't tried this...you should! It's fun, and it works...for now at least. :)