Well that was predictable.

Not everyone that transitions (SRS) starts off as a CD, or is a CD.

Also not all CDs want to experience life as women.

Basically CDs just want to enjoy whatever female clothing, but don't want to actually be a woman. Where a T-something wants to be or live as a women.

Then there is an infinite gray area in-between.

On my quest I have met a lot of individuals, yes everyone is different but at the extremes they have more in common.

I'm trying to answer your question without falling into the usual argument over definitions and the need for them.

It is not a one size fits all thing, it is just not that easy.

It is nice that you are finding your way. I do find that in is helpful to see how others cope, live, whatever.

I have for now come to terms with how I am, for the moment, whatever that means. I do know that I'm not simply a CD.