I was on a flight into Gran Canaria from Dub some years back on an EI operated flight. There were lots of young party people aboard in very jolly spirits until we hit some very heavy turb on finals. There were lots of gasps and numerous profanities as we hit the deck pretty hard, but in one piece! Every pax started to clap and cheer when we rolled to a stop. As I was down the back I met the captain at the front on my way to the bus. I said "that was a bit weird wasn't it!" (referring to the bumps!) , he replied in a cultured southside dublin accent; "Jaysus I know, first time I ever had someone applaud when I hit the runway like that!" . He had a heartly laugh then and disappeared back into the pointy end!
ps. Just edited my profile with PPL - a very proud moment!!