Here are a few idioms that might be what you're thinking of:
* "To reach for the moon" - This idiom means to aim high, to set ambitious goals, even if they seem impossible.
* "To ask for the moon" - This idiom means to make an unreasonable or impossible request.
* "The moon is made of green cheese" - This idiom means something is completely impossible or absurd.
Could any of these idioms be what you're looking for? If you can provide more context, I might be able to help you find the specific idiom you're thinking of.