As a Christian I do believe in the afterlife and the resurrection of the dead. But I also know that many medications cause vivid hallucinations, especially the opiates. What always makes me smile a little is that people who have had near-death experiences and glimpses of the next world always see very Earthly things, butterflies, angels whizzing about on their wings, singing, familiar faces etc. No-one can 'prove' anything, so I believe it's best to reserve judgment. We'll find out one way or the other soon enough. I often wonder what would happen if ALL my many Siamese cats were waiting for me Over There. There'd be a heck of a din, and wee everywhere.