The close-up of the message that US Vice President Joe Biden signed in the guestbook at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence in Jerusalem

The message is shown that U.S. Vice President Joe Biden signed in the guestbook at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence in Jerusalem, March 9, 2010. It reads, "You were half right about our personal paths. Israel is lucky to have you and I am fortunate to have you as a friend. Joe Biden 3-9-10.'' UPI/Debbie Hill