Well, I've liked Pokemon since I was 2, and I am 15 now..! I'm not too much of a noob, if I do say so myself~ If you've liked Pokemon for a bit and have showed family members it..you aren't a noob in my book!
My family is filled with Catholics, but they don't think Pokemon is evil (thankfully)! They're kinda racist, but my parents being the worst. My dad said I can't have "n-word" friends, but one of the nicest people I know has darker skin..
I do like Mew, but I like Mewtwo more. =D. Mew is cute, though. I have a Mew plushie! :3