CalyxOS and it's been great for Sasha

 I recently got a Pixel 5 and loaded it up with CalyxOS and it's been great! Unlike Graphine, Calyx has microG which means I can still install play store apps via the Auroa store app. I also use an app called Shelter to keep google apps separate any away from my stuff. (I still need maps once in a while).

There have been paper cuts but all in all It's been very usable and I've not been tempted to reach for something else. Still having some Google on my phone is a compromise, but if that what it takes for a phone to be a daily driver, I can live with it.

If you want any recommendations on apps, let me know.