I grew up with other animes around the time this was airing back in 2004-2003.
Mostly because my dad was a complete anime fan until he was married.
So I just watched his VHS tapes of anime all the time.
The slayers, Gundam, some obscure 80s anime, etc.
Herp derp, forgot the sonic x thing too.
When it was airing again around 2007ish? I used to like it because I was an idiot as a kid, and thought sonic was the best thing ever.
So yes, it is part of my childhood somewhat.
But that doesn't change the fact that I hate it.