Admit it: you're at the border of Resignation, about to cross into the wilderness territory of Doleful, all because you missed Mystic singer-songwriter Bruce McDermott Thursday on The Day's "Live Lunch Break" concert series. The performance took place, as usual, in New London's Telegraph Records. But banish all glum feelings! We archive all "Live Lunch Break" episodes at www.theday.com. It's totally possible, then, for you to enjoy McDermott over and over. Here's what to look for in the performance as well as the conversation between McDermott and host Rick Koster:

• Along with his musical prowess, McDermott is an accomplished poet, sculptor and painter. Listen to him explain what, on any given day, might spur a particular creative flow.

• McDermott has a new CD out called "Graces and Contentions." It's something he couldn't have written even 10 years ago.

• What famous songwriter is a major inspiration for McDermott?