Premise: These sites are, I think, the meteorological equivalent of snuff films.

Hypothesis: For myself, these sites just simply show people enjoying the weather.
Answer: no

Premise: and then you're in to it just a little bit and then you splash in and the next thing you know your knees are wet

Hypothesis: You can be completely dry.
Answer: no

Premise: It'll be easier on you if you don't attract much attention.

Hypothesis: Try not to attract attention so that it will be easier.
Answer: yes

Premise: And, although I took issue with a number of provisions in his bill, I consider it unfortunate, that the Chairman has run out of time in his search for the Holy Grail of postal reform.

Hypothesis: I feel that the inability to find the best postal reform is a pity.
Answer: yes