Hi and welcome

We have two Siamese, a Burmese and a Tonkinese (the Burma and Honky Tonk are half Siamese in origin).

They are all social, well adjusted cats who all have their own space, but also spend a lot of time curled up in one big kitty lump and on our laps

Yes, they can be vocal! We have long and rambling mow, meow, wah, waaaah conversations most days. I have managed to work out which sound means pet me and which means feed me now please mother, but the rest, well, I'm not privileged enough to have been given the whole language of meezer!

I think temperament is an individual thing. With the meezers I'd say a medical check is the most important thing. Congenital heart problems are still an issue with the breed so a good vet check is essential before taking a baby home. If Maya is one year old, I think it's a great age to introduce another kitty to your household, hint hint

Best wishes
Nicole