Marc on Ibiza in 1985, when such skimpy swimming trunks were still in.
Marc on scooter, Ibiza 1985
Marc 1985 in Ibiza, with ripped jeans and Nike shirt

Do you know the movie "About a Boy"? - Yes, it's a bit older, but that doesn't hurt. - It's about Will, a 38-year-old single man living in London and is based on the novel of the same name by Nick Hornby. As Will's father has composed a successful Christmas song, his son can lead a very relaxed life from the royalties. Malicious tongues would claim that Will is superficial. He openly contradicts the movie quote "Nobody is an island" and compares himself to Ibiza. I liked the movie because a good friend always reminds me a little of Will.

Who can play such a role better than Hugh Grant. - Do you know the feeling of having to step out onto a stage? To speak in front of a group? There are people who are born for it. - And there are people like me, for whom this was or is the side effect of their profession. - For the second group, this movie is almost a compulsory exercise. - At least after watching this movie you're less worried about making a fool of yourself. And if you do, then do it properly and with style. 

Marc on Ibiza, around 2006, enjoying a princely breakfast
Marc on Ibiza, ca. 2006, points to the roof terrace, from where you have a great view of the old town.

Why am I telling you about it today? - If I were an island, I would certainly be Ibiza too. I'm looking forward to Ibiza because we spontaneously decided to take a trip there today. - I'm curious to see which sides of the island will reveal themselves this time. - I've been to the island three times so far. Once when I was seventeen, maybe eighteen, I'm not quite sure anymore. 

While most of my classmates went to Mallorca, it was already clear to me back then that it was Ibiza. I can't even describe why. I even have to admit that I don't know Mallorca at all. - I've simply never been drawn there. Back then, Ibiza was loud and shrill. - Later, I went there twice with my good friend Micha. - It was still loud, but even then Ibiza revealed its quiet side to me. We, I hope to explore more of it now and I'm excited. 

 

"...And there he was, this young boy, a stranger to my eyes..." - Lauryn Hill

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