Issues with transferring files from older MacBook to new Macbook Pro

Hi there. I am trying to transfer my files from an older MacBook (OS 10.5) to my new MacBook Pro but there is no firewire and it didn't like the file sharing 'afp' address I tried. My Time Machine is saved on a HD with only firewire so that doesn't help. I have an ethernet cord but can't find how to use it to connect them..am so frustrated. I remember Migration Assistant being so smooth and easy in the past but this is not smooth nor easy. thanks in advance for your help!

It may mean to Snow Leopard, which is more in line with current systems though it's still older. Not sure a cable is going to do it for you if ethernet and wifi failed.
http://www.amazon.com/version-Leopard-computer-processor-required/dp/B001AMHWP8/ ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390515676&sr=8-1&keywords=snow+leopard

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