The things I like along with what I do not

Will be mulled over like a pen over the dot.

I will need to be aware of the things I like

To see if they match and make sure I recite

The most important have and the have nots too

It is cumbersome but something I need to do.

Look at the traits and see which I can tolerate

Then decide if indeed he does belittle and berate.

So much can be detected early knowing a man

From little searches and looking as deeply as I can.