I simply don't believe in reincarnation, because I think that only happens to the Tauren Warchief in Warcraft III (fine fine, let's get serious). But really, I don't believe reincarnation. About the white light, medically...I think, it's because the pupil will open up and all sorts of light will just get into your eyes man!

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First Step: Find your cousin.
Second Step: Get your cousin in the cannon.
Third Step: Find another cousin.
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