Quote by Mark Twain

Often it does seem a pity that Noah and his party did not miss the boat.

Often it does seem a pity that Noah and his party did not mi

Summary

This quote suggests a feeling of regret or disappointment, implying that the speaker believes it would have been better if Noah and his group had not boarded the boat. This expression could be used figuratively to address a situation in which someone feels as though they have missed out on an opportunity or made a wrong decision. It highlights the element of uncertainty and the concept of hindsight, where it is suggested that perhaps things would have turned out differently if a certain action had not been taken.

By Mark Twain

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