Spaw, you should have had LtS there. Once Liz starts her famous laugh (or squeak) she completely upstages everyone else for about 2 miles - no-one would notice any lack of reverence from you.

Incidently - you are sure that it was only laughter which upset Clarence - hilarity can also relax the anal sphincter - and you seem to have become a legend in your own flatulence !