  The only rational way of educating is to be an example. If one cant help it,
a warning example. Albert Einstein. I had the good fortune and privilege of
having Michael Fisher as my teacher, supervisor, mentor and friend. During my
years as a scientist, teacher and supervisor of about one hundred students and
post docs I found myself innumerable times realizing that I am following or at
least trying to follow Michaels example. These pages are my attempt to convey
recollections of my association with Michael, focusing on how he served as an
example for me.
