Looks like i'm losing the first batch. a quarter of the eggs are turning white and she is eating them. The others still look good and they are still guarding them, but i'm prepared to accept the loss if it happens.
I'm still looking at my options with upgrading to a bigger tank or pond, but i'm not rushing right now. The way the economy is, I better wait until I know for sure I could swing it.
Thanks everybody for your positive comments.