Lucky
That was most unlucky 
There are a few stereotypes in there, but that is what you experienced the same as others who have posted their experiences.
This is a classic example if you don't mind me using it.
You say nice things, you felt safe you give positives.
Even though they both treated you pretty badly.
Travellers don't want to shout racist every time somebody says something that is true and sharing their bad experiences. In every culture, race, creed, there are good and bad.
It's the out and out racism, bullying, discrimination, and fear in some cases. I don't feel safe in my van, I'd be scared to take our gd other than on a holiday at a holiday park.
We never spend long filling up or shopping at supermarkets, because it's too scary.
The kids are sometimes lovely and come and ask questions, but some are just hostile the minute you park.
None of my immediate or extended family have ever parked illegally, made or left a mess, or any of the other things associated with travellers, I know it does happen though, I'm not stupid.
Regardless of what society thinks of our culture and lifestyle we need to initiate change in the outcomes for travellers, and stamp out racism.
Oh, some info on being able to read you.
Stems from having to be wary of gorgers, being cautious.
Checking you over and reading you, in order to give you counsel if you need it, like a wise old woman that she probably was.
So you could cross her palm with silver
That's how my ancestors made their money.
There was none of this woo stuff, and crystal balls, like gorgers are lead to believe.
Lots of herbal remedies, crafts, oracle reading, and advice on personal matters. In a nutshell.