" And this oughtta be the year when the toidy seat stays up, too"

From a purely Scientific basis, the toilet seat is better for your health if down when flushing. The action of the rushing water causes the water to be 'aspirated' and send out into the air you breathe, small particlules of whatever liquids and solids you place in the bowl.

Breathe it in if you want, but I prefer NOT to...