Long-range weather is notoriously difficult to predict, but modeling done by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, based on sea surface temperatures and other factors, show a possibility that Southern California could experience slightly above-normal rain in the February-through-April period.
not look a gift horse in the mouth. if someone tells you not to look a gift horse in the mouth, they mean that you should not criticize or feel doubt about something good that has been offered to you Okay, it's not the job of your dreams but it pays good money. I'd be inclined not to look a gift horse in the mouth if I were you.
Moral of the long story-a hackamore is not necessarily kinder or gentler than a snaffle bit. Use the equipment that works for you and your horse. If you use it well, you won't cause your horse pain.