Hello! ^-^ I'm on the other side of the world~ But I had to take French last time as a subject (but I really don't know much >~< Bonjour?!
What do you count as your 'childhood'? I have mine, but it was only a few years ago (I guess...). And don't worry (or bother too much) about the language. As long as you're able to be understood, it's fine!
*gives candy*