Dry Feet
The flare and the following moments are also taken up in trying to prevent the plane from landing, or hitting the ground, until it is ready to .
That does not, I think, apply to wet landings, when a firm arrival is considered better.
As far as focussing on the end of the runway, on some types the end of the runway will not be visible.
Having said all that, I am not sure where I look, so I will check on my next flight, and probably thump in as a result.