Hello Michael

Thank you very much for your kind advice. I especially like the idea of
corks flying up to the sealing (sic): we can kill 2 birds with one shot,
and save on the Champagne over the festive season. I have already
committed to painting the kitchen ceiling as part of my New Year's
resolutions, so a few oil stains there won't bother anyone.

I bet the ancient Spartans did their thing according to moon cycles...

Season's greetings,

Guido