Today when I got home from work I took a look at her, FINALLY the next egg moved down and was near the vent.I knew right then, it was going to be okay. Took the wife out tonight and when I got home there were 5 beautiful eggs. They are in the slow cooker now! Thanks for your help everyone. I don't know the reasons for why this happened, but I am glad I didn't jump the gun. And we now know... it is possible for a fertile egg to be laid six days prior to the rest. However, this does raise more questions. Will they all hatch at the same time or is the preemie going to pip 6 days early??? Also, is the preemie going to be a normal healthy happy python? Hmm... I'll keep you all posted as answers unfold.